Khayami Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Khayami Foundation is a private foundation in Yorba Linda, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $250,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $250,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$250,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $180,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $500,000 | 3 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $180,000 | 1 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $250,000 | 1 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Khayami 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 Khayami Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona State Univesity Foundation Arizona State University Foundation | General support | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alidad Khayami
- Monsoor Foroutan
- Donald E Bering
Questions people ask
Does Khayami Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Khayami Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Khayami Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alidad Khayami (President), Monsoor Foroutan (Treasurer) and Donald E Bering (Secretary).
What does Khayami Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.