Sehgal Foundation
Invitation OnlyDes Moines, Iowa · EIN 42-1477858 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$3M
Organizations funded30
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$75.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
62% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| S M Sehgal Foundation | Gurgaon, IN | Support the charitable purpose of the organization | $2,705,000 |
| Youth and Shelter Services Inc | Ames, IA | Support the charitable purpose of positively impacting the lives and futures of children, youth and families | $125,000 |
| India Philanthropy Alliance | Hyattsville, MD | Support the charitable purpose of mobilizing people and funding in the united states to foster development and alleviate poverty in india | $31,000 |
| Iowa Council for International Understanding | Des Moines, IA | Support the charitable purpose of creating a coordinated and accessible resource for international visitors to the state of iowa | $30,000 |
| The Des Moines Community Playhouse | Des Moines, IA | Support the organization's educational and literary activities to promote theatre as an art and cultural enrichment | $27,500 |
| Breakthrough T1d | Hagerstown, MD | Support the charitable purpose of funding research to improve the treatments of, prevent and find a cure for type 1 diabetes | $25,000 |
| World Food Prize Foundation | Des Moines, IA | Support the charitable purpose of honoring the achievements of individuals who have advanced human development by improving the quality,… | $12,000 |
| International Mountain Bicycling Association | Boulder, CO | Support the charitable purpose of creating, enhancing and protecting great places to ride mountain bikes | $10,000 |
| Kt's Kids | Chicago, IL | Support the charitable purpose of providing disabled children in the chicago area access to outdoor activities | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Support the charitable purpose of alleviating hunger in iowa through food distribution, partnership, and education | $7,500 |
| Drake University | Des Moines, IA | Support the charitable purpose of the university's scholarship program for undergraduate students. | $5,000 |
| Connections for the Homeless | Evanston, IL | Support the charitable purpose of providing housing, employment and supportive services to move individuals and families out of the shadow… | $3,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | West Des Moines, IA | Support the charitable purpose of eliminating alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research, to enhance care and support for all… | $2,500 |
| The Anti-Cruelty Society | Chicago, IL | Support the charitable purpose of building a community of caring by helping pets and educating people about pet adoption | $2,500 |
| Can Play | West Des Moines, IA | Support the charitable purpose of providing an environment for the underserved youth in the des moines community to play and build… | $2,500 |
| Childserve Foundation | Johnston, IA | Support the charitable purpose of enhancing the well-being of children with special healthcare needs | $2,500 |
| Giving Hope and Help Inc | Lees Summit, MO | Support the charitable purpose of domestic violence survivors and providing scholarship opportunities to underserved, high-achieving,… | $2,500 |
| India Association of Fort Myers | Fort Myers, FL | Support the charitable purpose of celebrating the rich culture and festivals associated with india to promote the understanding and… | $2,500 |
| Jackson Chance Foundation | Chicago, IL | Support the charitable purpose of providing parking and transportation support to families while their children receive medical care in the… | $2,500 |
| YMCA of Greater Des Moines | Des Moines, IA | Support the charitable purpose of building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities | $2,500 |
| Kansas City Pet Project | Kansas City, KS | Support the charitable purpose of providing shelter for animals until they can be placed in suitable homes for adoption or reclaimed by… | $1,500 |
| Above and Beyond Cancer Inc | Des Moines, IA | Support the charitable purpose of supporting cancer survivors and their families | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Dallas, TX | Support the charitable purpose of funding research to improve the treatments of, prevent and find a cure for heart disease | $1,000 |
| The Chadtough Foundation | Saline, MI | Support the charitable purpose of providing funding for research into the cause, prevention, and treatment of dipg (diffuse intrinsic… | $1,000 |
| Chicago Independent Radio Project Chirp Radio | Chicago, IL | Support the charitable purpose of providing a community radio station focused on representing local people, events, and issues throughout… | $1,000 |
| Wgcu | Fort Myers, FL | Support the charitable purpose of advocating for public broadcasting | $1,000 |
| Charityvest Inc | San Francisco, CA | Support the charitable purpose of facilitating memorial charitable giving to u.s. based charities | $500 |
| Akanksha Education Fund | New York, NY | Support the charitable purpose of providing educational opportunities for disadvantaged children in india | $250 |
| Mongabay Org Corp | Menlo Park, CA | Support the charitable purpose of raising awareness about social and environmental issues relating to tropical forests and other ecosystems | $250 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Inc | Washington, DC | Support the charitable purpose of empowering individuals around the world to collect and develop knowledge under a free license | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,018,750 | 30 |
| 2023 | $2,929,675 | 35 |
| 2022 | $958,079 | 36 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 31, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513049349100016
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-1477858
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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