The Sheth Sangreal Foundation
The Sheth Sangreal Foundation is a private foundation based in Austin, Texas. Its 2024 filing reports grants to organizations in Texas, California, Massachusetts, and New York.
The Sheth Sangreal Foundation at a glance
In short: The Sheth Sangreal Foundation gave $1.5M across 6 grants in 2024 (avg $247K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,484,360
- -25.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 6
- +20.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $247,393
- -37.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $118,750
- Total assets
- $13,842,917
- -5.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (69% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Sheth Sangreal Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. The filing names Brian Sheth as the contact, states that no specific form or information is required, and says that distributions are made to various organizations at the discretion of the board of directors.
- Review Cycle
- No submission deadlines.
- Deadline
- No submission deadlines.
- Contact
Application contact: Brian Sheth
Mailing address: 3502 Sacred Moon Cove, Austin, TX 78746
Phone: (512) 551-9258
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Sheth Sangreal Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Boys and Girls Club of the Austin a ($1.0M). Together the top 6 received $1.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
49 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 14 grants of 49 (29%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Texas (69%), California (16%), Massachusetts (13%), and New York (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Sheth Sangreal Foundation gives
- Giving fell 82% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2023 it paid out 995% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.5M (2024) to $8.0M (2021). In 2024 it made 6 grants totaling $1.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club of the Austin a Austin, TX | General Purpose | $1,000,000 |
| Discovery Museum Acton, MA | General Purpose | $200,000 |
| Nceas Santa Barbara, CA | General Purpose | $137,500 |
| The Entertianment Industry Foundati Los Angeles, CA | General Purpose | $100,000 |
| Gazelle Foundation Austin, TX | General Purpose | $25,000 |
| Anguilla Progressive Association of New York, NY | General Purpose | $21,860 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Grant totals and counts reported by filing year:
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,842,917 | $929,634 | $1,655,830 | $1,484,360 | 6 | $1,635,707 | $859,511 | — |
| 2023 | $14,604,899 | $853,392 | $2,212,763 | $1,978,354 | 5 | $2,212,451 | $853,392 | $222,383 |
| 2022 | $15,966,897 | $4,174,693 | $3,709,308 | $3,302,574 | 14 | $3,705,133 | $4,174,693 | $293,898 |
| 2021 | $17,533,921 | $17,368,075 | $8,306,535 | $8,049,997 | 11 | $8,299,435 | $4,276,364 | $425,944 |
| 2020 | $17,866,987 | $11,757,494 | $5,962,429 | $5,422,530 | 13 | — | $197,336 | $465,620 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported six grants totaling $1,484,360. Grant amounts ranged from $21,860 to $1,000,000, with a median of $118,750. The largest grants were $1,000,000 to Boys and Girls Club of the Austin A, $200,000 to Discovery Museum, $137,500 to NCEAS, and $100,000 to The Entertainment Industry Foundation. Each was listed for general purpose.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Adria Sheth as president, Brian Sheth as vice president, and Andrew Geller as secretary.
The Sheth Sangreal Foundation is led by Adria Sheth, President on every filing since 2020; 1 of 3 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Adria Sheth
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andrew Geller
Secretary
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
$30K (2020) → $50K (2024)
Brian Sheth
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $50K, to Andrew Geller (Secretary).
Frequently asked questions about The Sheth Sangreal Foundation
How much does The Sheth Sangreal Foundation give each year?
The Sheth Sangreal Foundation gave $1.5M across 6 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.0M across 5 grants.
What is The Sheth Sangreal Foundation's typical grant size?
The Sheth Sangreal Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $118,750, and its average grant was $247,393, across 6 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Sheth Sangreal Foundation give grants?
The Sheth Sangreal Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 69% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were California (16%) and Massachusetts (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Austin, TX (2 grants).
Does The Sheth Sangreal Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Sheth Sangreal Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (6 of 6) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Sheth Sangreal Foundation's largest grantees?
The Sheth Sangreal Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Boys and Girls Club of the Austin a ($1,000,000), Discovery Museum ($200,000) and Nceas ($137,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 90% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Sheth Sangreal Foundation?
The Sheth Sangreal Foundation reported $13.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $930K.
How do I apply for a grant from The Sheth Sangreal Foundation?
The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Sheth Sangreal Foundation's EIN?
The Sheth Sangreal Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-3779543. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 1, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 7, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 12, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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