Shanti Foundation for Intercultural Understanding
Accepts applications
Shanti Foundation for Intercultural Understanding is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $98,823 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$98,823
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,238 the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 | $88,735 | 17 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $90,238 | 19 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $98,823 | 19 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Christa Pandey POBox 92558, Austin, TX 78709 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (512) 288-8727 |
| What to submit | detailed letter describing the purpose and scope of the grant request |
| Restrictions | Intercultural Understanding |
What Shanti Foundation for Intercultural Understanding funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $55,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $7,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $7,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $6,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,323 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| iACT | Various programs to bring people of different faiths together visiting other faiths congregations dialogue etc. | $10,000 |
| Karuna Center f Peacebuilding | International and domestic peace initiatives through structured dialogue | $7,500 |
| Central Asia Institute | Bringing education to girls and women in the high Himalayas | $7,500 |
| Yes | Teaching leadership skills to people from different walks of life and ethnicities through JAM workshops to create a more harmonious work and neighborhood environment. | $7,500 |
| Multicultural Refugee Coalition | Integrating refugees from different countries through language agricultural and sewing skills. | $6,000 |
| Lifeworks | Transitioning foster youth from foster care to independent housing and life skills. | $6,000 |
| Caritas of Austin | Finding housing for homeless persons | $6,000 |
| Shanti Bhavan Childrens Project | Residential schools for underprivileged children in India | $6,000 |
| Austin Classical Guitar Society | Giving guitar lessons and ensemble performances to underprivileged and incarcerated youth. | $5,000 |
| Doctors without Borders | General support for medical help in war zones | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Providing freshly cooked meals to distressed people in war zones and other crisis centers | $5,000 |
| Irc | Support for their programs helping people in various situations of distress. | $5,000 |
| Women f Women International | Support for women in developing countries | $5,000 |
| Mobile Loaves and Fishes | Providing small home community for homeless | $4,000 |
| James Dick Foundation | Contribution to a poetry festival with the theme of peace | $3,000 |
| Texas Tribune | civic education through public forums | $3,000 |
| Community Foundation of the Hill co | Flood disaster relef | $2,500 |
| Austin Region JFON | Help for immigrant neighbors | $2,500 |
| Girl Forward | Leadership mentorship for girls | $2,323 |
Officers and trustees
- Christa Pandey
- Raghvendra K Pandey deceased 525
- Katherine D Oldmixon
- Ruby Kishan
- Sandeep Kishan
Questions people ask
Does Shanti Foundation for Intercultural Understanding accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Shanti Foundation for Intercultural Understanding give?
$98,823 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Shanti Foundation for Intercultural Understanding?
Its 2025 filing lists Christa Pandey (President), Raghvendra K Pandey deceased 525 (Treasurer), Katherine D Oldmixon (Vice President) and Ruby Kishan (trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Shanti Foundation for Intercultural Understanding fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and international.