Samco Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Samco Foundation is a private foundation in Oxford, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $501,500 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $250,750 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$501,500
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$250,750
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$3,928
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 4 | $638 |
| 2024 | $501,500 | 2 | $3,928 |
How to apply
Samco Foundation 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 Samco Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Alabama. It also paid $500,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seilat Al-Dahir Municipality | General donation for building a school | $500,000 |
| Oxford City School Education Foundation | General donation | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sameer Mousa
- Nabil Mousa
- Deshae Sharpton
- Cassandra del
Questions people ask
Does Samco Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samco Foundation give?
$501,500 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $250,750.
Who runs Samco Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sameer Mousa (Chairperson), Nabil Mousa (Vice-Chairperson), Deshae Sharpton (Treasurer) and Cassandra del (Secretary).
What does Samco Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.