Gita K Shah Foundation
Accepts applications
Gita K Shah Foundation is a private foundation in Ashburn, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,291 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,145 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$49,291
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,145
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,115 the year before.
33% 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 | $43,403 | 4 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $39,115 | 5 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $49,291 | 6 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gita K Shah 9209 Pegaus CT, Potomac, MD 20854 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (301) 604-4076 |
| What to submit | Provided upon request |
| Deadlines | No deadline |
| Restrictions | Applications accepted if they meet the purpose of the foundation |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $30,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $10,290 |
| Illinois | 1 | $8,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,001 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Akshay Patra Kitchen | General | $25,000 |
| Manav Sadhna | General | $8,000 |
| Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington | General | $5,290 |
| Arham Charities | General | $5,000 |
| University of MD Capital Region Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Baps Swaminarayan Sanstha | General | $1,001 |
Officers and trustees
- Gita K Shah
- Kamlesh C Shah
Questions people ask
Does Gita K Shah Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No deadline.
How much does Gita K Shah Foundation give?
$49,291 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,145.
Who runs Gita K Shah Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gita K Shah (Trustee) and Kamlesh C Shah (Trustee).