The Aldeen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Aldeen Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $36,731 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $8,788 and the largest $18,156. 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$36,731
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$8,788
- Largest grant$18,156
- Assets$369,958
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $60,290 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $45,249 | 5 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $60,290 | 5 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $36,731 | 4 | $369,958 |
How to apply
The Aldeen 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $33,731 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Financial aid | $18,156 |
| Individual | Financial Aid | $14,575 |
| Isna | Education | $3,000 |
| Individual | Financial Aid | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hala Alfi
- Lina Kholaki
- Dimah Sharif
- Yousef Burpee
Questions people ask
Does The Aldeen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aldeen Foundation give?
$36,731 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $8,788.
Who runs The Aldeen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hala Alfi (Chairwoman), Lina Kholaki (Board Member), Dimah Sharif (Secretary) and Yousef Burpee (Board Member).