El-Gamal Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
El-Gamal Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $184,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$184,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $101,000 the year before.
19% 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 | $101,000 | 17 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $184,000 | 21 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
El-Gamal Family 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 El-Gamal Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $86,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $43,000 |
| Minnesota | 5 | $32,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bayan | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Zaytuna College | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Penny Appeal USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| Unity Productions Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Islamic Cultural Community Center Masjid Al-Huda | Masjid Tawea | $10,000 |
| Islamic Relief USA | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Masjid An-Nur-Islamic Centers of Minneapolis & St | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Muslim Public Affairs Council Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Palestinian American Relief Fund | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Tracy Islamic Center | Construction project | $10,000 |
| Yaqeen Research Institute Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Al Amal School | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Egypt Cancer Network 57357 and Afnci Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Islamic American Society of Connecticut | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Islamic Center of Minnesota | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jacobs Heart Childrens Cancer Support Services | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Muslim Community Center of Charlotte | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| New Horizon Educational Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| United States Fund for UNICEF | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| New Horizon School Irvine | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fatma El-Gamal
- Mohamed R El-Gamal
Questions people ask
Does El-Gamal Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does El-Gamal Family Foundation give?
$184,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs El-Gamal Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Fatma El-Gamal (VP) and Mohamed R El-Gamal (Pres, Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does El-Gamal Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.