Das Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Das Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $78,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $33,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$78,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$33,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5,000 the year before.
75% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $60,000 | 6 | $7,729 |
| 2023 | $5,000 | 1 | $5,586 |
| 2024 | $78,000 | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
Das Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $43,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CharityWater | To bring clean and safe drinking water to people in developing nations. | $33,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | To provide hunger relief by distributing food to those in need. | $30,000 |
| ProPublica | To expose abuses of power and betrayals of the public trust. | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandeep R Das MD MPH
- Heather J Das PharmD
- B Ram Das
- Saroj R Das
Questions people ask
Does Das Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Das Charitable Foundation give?
$78,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Das Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sandeep R Das MD MPH (President), Heather J Das PharmD (Sec/Treas), B Ram Das (Director) and Saroj R Das (Director).