S4 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
S4 Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.4 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $2.7 million and the largest $4.6 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$5.4 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$2.7 million
- Largest grant$4.6 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $240,054 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $288,355 | 9 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $240,054 | 10 | $8.7 million |
| 2025 | $5.4 million | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
S4 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 Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $4.6 million |
| Nebraska | 1 | $779,970 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Moksha Charitable Foundation | General | $4.6 million |
| DAFgiving360 | General | $779,970 |
Officers and trustees
- Sapan Shahani
- Hasmita Shahani
- Ajit Shahani
- Neelam Shahani
Questions people ask
Does S4 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does S4 Foundation give?
$5.4 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $2.7 million.
Who runs S4 Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sapan Shahani (President), Hasmita Shahani (Secretary), Ajit Shahani (Vice President) and Neelam Shahani (Vice President).