WAQF Endowment Fund
Preselected recipients only
WAQF Endowment Fund is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $150,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $29,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$150,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$29,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$13.2 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $97,305 the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $97,305 | 5 | $13.1 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 6 | $13.2 million |
How to apply
WAQF Endowment Fund 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 WAQF Endowment Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Horizons School - West LA | Further Islamic Education | $40,000 |
| New Horizons School - Pasadena | Further Islamic Education | $35,000 |
| New Horizons School - Irvine | Further Islamic Education | $30,000 |
| Islamic Centers of SoCal | Further Islamic Education | $29,000 |
| Mpac | Further Islamic Education | $10,000 |
| New Horizons School - Los Angeles | Further Islamic Education | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amre Youness
- Hala Alfi
- Ahmed Alfi
- Iman Eletreby
- Vedad Zaimovic
- Aqueela Jaffer
Questions people ask
Does WAQF Endowment Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does WAQF Endowment Fund give?
$150,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $29,500.
Who runs WAQF Endowment Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Amre Youness (Director), Hala Alfi (Chairman), Ahmed Alfi (Director) and Iman Eletreby (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does WAQF Endowment Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.