Yaqub Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Yaqub Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $354,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$354,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was down from $378,500 the year before.
58% 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 | $744,000 | 22 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $378,500 | 22 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $354,000 | 21 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Yaqub 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 Yaqub Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $187,000 |
| California | 3 | $85,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $16,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $16,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Center for Islamic Teachings and Community Dev | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Developments in Literacy Inc | Funds For the purchase of computers for the students | $50,000 |
| Infection Prevention and Control Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Akhuwat USA | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Family Education Services Foundation North America | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Islamic Foundation | Needy people fund | $20,000 |
| Dar US Sakina | General & Unrestricted | $16,000 |
| Baitussalam USA | Funds to support orphans | $10,000 |
| Blessing Foundation International Inc | Orphanage support program | $10,000 |
| Blessing Foundation International Inc | Sukker Orphan Sweet Home | $10,000 |
| Charity Way Foundation | ZMT Fund | $10,000 |
| Childlife Foundation America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Islamic Foundation | needy people fund and funds for women committee fundraiser | $10,000 |
| Obat Helpers Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Al Mustafa Charities Inc | Wazirabad hospital | $5,000 |
| Darussalam Foundation | Fees for underprivileged students | $5,000 |
| I-Care Fund America Inc | Funds For PATH Educational Society in Karachi, Pakistan | $5,000 |
| Nawabshah Disability Forum | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Chi-Care | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Penny Appeal USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Sonia Shah Organization | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Abdul Yaqub
- Henna Yaqub
- Salma Yaqub
- Zahid Yaqub
Questions people ask
Does Yaqub Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Yaqub Family Foundation give?
$354,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Yaqub Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Abdul Yaqub (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas), Henna Yaqub (Dir, VP), Salma Yaqub (Dir, VP) and Zahid Yaqub (Dir, VP).
What does Yaqub Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.