Worth A Shot
Preselected recipients only
Worth A Shot is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,113 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $452 and the largest $983. 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$2,113
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$452
- Largest grant$983
- Assets$169
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $5,638 the year before.
25% 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 | $7,703 | 5 | $849 |
| 2024 | $5,638 | 3 | $5,334 |
| 2025 | $2,113 | 4 | $169 |
How to apply
Worth A Shot 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.
What Worth A Shot funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 4 | $2,113 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TEEN CAFE - ODLE and Highland MS | Teen Cafe is an ongoing mental health program of worth a shot at Odle & Highland Middles Schools. It provides a safe space for kids to express themselves share ideas play games and interact with others. They meet every Tuesday in the presence of a counselor who helps by guiding discussion around life skills. Prizes are given. Snacks pizzas are served | $983 |
| Summer Outdoor Leadership Camp | Worth A Shot partners with Bellevue Youth Link and the Bellevue Schools to organize the Summer Outdoor Leadership camp SOL which consists of outdoor leadership and community-building activities that enable youth to have meaningful conversations about mental health build confidence and get mentorship. This camp offers a unique opportunity to middle and high school students to build bonds with peers gain resilience and life skills through fun outdoor activities. Lunch is served. | $500 |
| Health Camp | Participate with a community center in Kent WA to organize free Health camps. We provide free dental and vision checks physician consultations vaccines etc | $403 |
| Youth Global Health and Innov Conf | This is a large international online conference in the Pacific Northwest hosted by Worth A Shot where high school students and undergraduate students from around the world initiate conversations about topics that significantly impact global health. Participants have the opportunity to engage with global health professionals through a series of keynote speakers and activities | $227 |
Officers and trustees
- Mehr Grewal
- Luiz Martins
- Teena Chopra
- Amar Krishna
Questions people ask
Does Worth A Shot accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Worth A Shot give?
$2,113 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $452.
Who runs Worth A Shot?
Its 2025 filing lists Mehr Grewal (President), Luiz Martins (Vice President), Teena Chopra (Director) and Amar Krishna (Director).
What does Worth A Shot fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.