Sarma Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sarma Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $297,679 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $85,000. 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$297,679
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $245,829 the year before.
58% 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 | $355,007 | 19 | $2.9 million |
| 2023 | $245,829 | 23 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $297,679 | 26 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Sarma 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Sarma Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 22 | $288,879 |
| Michigan | 1 | $7,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | Partnership | $85,000 |
| Blessed Angels Community | Sponsorship | $50,000 |
| Valero Energy Foundation | Event sponsorship | $38,000 |
| Guadalupe Regional Med Foundation | Event sponsorship | $25,000 |
| University of Texas | Scholarship | $20,000 |
| Texas A&m University San Antonio | Scholarship | $15,000 |
| Spurs Give | Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| University of Texas at San Antonio | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| San Antonio Bowl Assn | Donation grant | $7,500 |
| Arbor Circle | Golf charity event | $7,000 |
| Valero Texas Open | Golf charity event | $5,150 |
| St Mary's Univeristy | Donation grant | $5,000 |
| Texas State University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Ssfcu Charitable Foundation | Sponsorship | $4,000 |
| Oak Hills Foundation | Sponsorship | $2,746 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Partnership | $2,050 |
| San Antonio Food Bank | Partnership | $1,400 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Jackson HLTH Foundations Guardian Angels | Employee award | $1,000 |
| Endeavors | Golf charity event | $900 |
| Inspired by Giving | Donation grant | $500 |
| TEE2GREEN Golf Service | Event sponsorship | $500 |
| Excel Christian Acad & Pre | Golf charity event | $300 |
| Caidens Hope Foundation | Sponsorship | $250 |
| Childrens Shelter | Gifts | $241 |
| Good Samaritan | Gifts | $142 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerry Reavis
- Diann Bonnin
- David Holmes
- Matthew Carpenter
- Linda Stolte
- George Karutz
- Bob Benavides
- Anais Campos
Questions people ask
Does Sarma Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sarma Charitable Foundation give?
$297,679 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Sarma Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jerry Reavis (Director), Diann Bonnin (Director), David Holmes (Director) and Matthew Carpenter (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Sarma Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.