Sudha and Bharat Shah Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sudha and Bharat Shah Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$18,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$21,269
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $18,250 the year before.
40% 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 | $8,000 | 1 | $16,059 |
| 2024 | $18,250 | 8 | $17,269 |
| 2025 | $18,000 | 5 | $21,269 |
How to apply
Sudha and Bharat Shah 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 US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California. It also paid $4,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $12,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uc San Diego Eye Institute | General fund | $10,000 |
| Anand Service Society | General fund | $4,000 |
| SD Nari | General fund | $2,000 |
| Ekal Vidyalaya FD of USA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Scripps Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bharat Shah
- Sudha Shah
Questions people ask
Does Sudha and Bharat Shah Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sudha and Bharat Shah Foundation give?
$18,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Sudha and Bharat Shah Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bharat Shah (Trustee) and Sudha Shah (Trustee).