Foundation for Islamic Scholarship
Preselected recipients only
Foundation for Islamic Scholarship is a private foundation in Pleasanton, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $119,591 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $8,710 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$119,591
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$8,710
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2023 was up from $25,600 the year before.
0% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $25,600 | 10 | $0 |
| 2023 | $119,591 | 4 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Foundation for Islamic Scholarship 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 Foundation for Islamic Scholarship funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $20,420 |
| Vermont | 1 | $12,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,005 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Mosque | Support | $15,000 |
| Individual | Education | $12,000 |
| Individual | Education | $5,420 |
| Individual | Education | $4,005 |
Officers and trustees
- Pervez Akhtar Qureshi
- Ibrahim Husain Qureshi
- Abdullah Ridwan Qureshi
- Syed Mubeen Saifullah
- Tahir Anwar
Questions people ask
Does Foundation for Islamic Scholarship accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Foundation for Islamic Scholarship give?
$119,591 in tax year 2023, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $8,710.
Who runs Foundation for Islamic Scholarship?
Its 2023 filing lists Pervez Akhtar Qureshi (President), Ibrahim Husain Qureshi (Treasurer), Abdullah Ridwan Qureshi (Secretary) and Syed Mubeen Saifullah (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Foundation for Islamic Scholarship fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.