Divide by Zero Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Divide by Zero Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $113,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$113,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $97,000 the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $97,000 | 12 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $113,000 | 14 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Divide by Zero 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.
What Divide by Zero Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $64,500 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kera | Social assistance | $20,000 |
| Feeding North Texas Foundation | Social assistance | $20,000 |
| Parish Episcopal School | Education assistance | $15,000 |
| Nanubhai Education Foundation | Education and social assistance | $10,000 |
| World Cental Kitchen | Social assistance | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical relief services | $10,000 |
| Kansas University Endowment | Education assistance | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Social and medical assistance | $5,000 |
| Terlingua Fire & Ems | Social assistance | $3,000 |
| Akshaya Patra Foundation USA | Education and social assistance | $2,500 |
| Operation Kindness | Social assistance | $2,500 |
| Big Bend National Park | Social assistance | $2,000 |
| Visiting Nurse Association | Social and medical assistance | $2,000 |
| Recreational Aviation Foundation | Support for infrastructure for recreational access | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hemant Vankawala
- Ketaki Vankawala
- Raj Shah
Questions people ask
Does Divide by Zero Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Divide by Zero Foundation give?
$113,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Divide by Zero Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Hemant Vankawala (President), Ketaki Vankawala (Tres/Sec) and Raj Shah (Member).
What does Divide by Zero Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.