Karess Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Karess Foundation is a private foundation in Sugar Land, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $17,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$17,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$236,276
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $18,268 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,268 | 1 | $0 |
| 2024 | $17,000 | 3 | $236,276 |
How to apply
Karess 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 Karess Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 2 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mountainfilm | Charitable | $10,000 |
| JLF Colorado | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Foundation for Children Cancer Rese | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sanjaya Sood
Questions people ask
Does Karess Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Karess Foundation give?
$17,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Karess Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sanjaya Sood (President).
What does Karess Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.