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An annual college scholarship for high school seniors who are planning to attend any institute of higher learning (university, community, or vocational). Applications are judged on academic performance, letters of recommendation, activities, and an essay.
Timely financial assistance and charitable contributions for members of the Diplomatic Security family who have experienced tragedy or hardship, such as catastrophic illness, death, natural disasters, or other crises.
Ds Foundation is a private corporation based in MIAMI, FL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2004. The principal officer is % Ds Advisors LLC. It holds total assets of $210.9M. Annual income is reported at $12.7M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, Ds Foundation has made 34 grants totaling $31.1M, with a median grant of $14K. Annual giving has grown from $10.3M in 2020 to $20.8M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $10M, with an average award of $915K. The foundation has supported 17 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Florida, which account for 41% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 9 states.
Ds Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 34 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in PA, NJ, FL.
Ds Foundation has distributed a total of $31.1M across 34 grants. The median grant size is $14K, with an average of $915K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $10M.
Ds Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Ds Foundation is headquartered in MIAMI, FL. While based in FL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 9 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pia Desai | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Saahill Desai | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Neerja Sethi | TRUSTEE, VP, SECRETARY, TREASURER | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Bharat Desai | TRUSTEE, PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$8.2M
Total Assets
$191M
Fair Market Value
$191M
Net Worth
$191M
Grants Paid
$7.8M
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$11.6M
Distribution Amount
$8.7M
Total: $73.4M
Total Grants
34
Total Giving
$31.1M
Average Grant
$915K
Median Grant
$14K
Unique Recipients
17
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Cancer SocietyHEALTHCARE PURPOSE | Atlanta, GA | $500 | 2020 |
| National Philanthropic TrustGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Jenkintown, PA | $9.2M | 2022 |
| University Of MiamiUROLOGY INSTITUTE FUND | Coral Gables, FL | $1M | 2022 |
| The Miami Foundation IncVENTURE SCHOLARSHIP FUND THAT PROVIDES TUITION SUPPORT TO GAP FUNDING FOR AT NEED CITY RESIDENTS | Miami, FL | $100K | 2022 |
| IndiasporaGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT |
WEST PALM BCH, FL
WEST PALM BCH, FL
POMPANO BEACH, FL
| San Francisco, CA |
| $25K |
| 2022 |
| President And Fellows Of Harvard CollegeHARVARD BUSINESS SCHOOL FOR THE HARVARD INNOVATIONS LAB FUND | Cambridge, MA | $15K | 2022 |
| International Association Of Yoga TherapistsGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Little Rock, AR | $10K | 2022 |
| Trustees Of Princeton UniversityGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Princeton, NJ | $3K | 2022 |
| Fellowship At Auschwitz For The Study Of Professional Ethics IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $1K | 2022 |
| Princeton- GiftEDUCATIONAL PURPOSE | Princeton, NJ | $10M | 2020 |
| Techtown DetroitEDUCATIONAL PURPOSE | Detroit, MI | $100K | 2020 |
| The Miami FoundationSOCIAL AND ECONOMIC PURPOSE | Miami, FL | $50K | 2020 |
| Presidents & Fellows Of Harvard CollegeEDUCATIONAL PURPOSE | Boston, MA | $12K | 2020 |
| PaniitEDUCATIONAL PURPOSE | San Jose, CA | $10K | 2020 |
| University Of MichiganEDUCATIONAL PURPOSE | Ann Arbor, MI | $3K | 2020 |
| Naacp Legal Defense & Educational FundSOCIAL AND ECONOMIC PURPOSE | New York, NY | $1K | 2020 |
| Cry AmericaSOCIAL AND ECONOMIC PURPOSE | Braintree, MA | $500 | 2020 |
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