Michael and Sheila Abiri Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael and Sheila Abiri Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $138,320 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $79,100. 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$138,320
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$79,100
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was down from $205,500 the year before.
78% of its 2024 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 | $205,500 | 9 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $138,320 | 9 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Michael and Sheila Abiri 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 Michael and Sheila Abiri Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $79,100 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $36,500 |
| New York | 2 | $19,720 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Jewish Center Chabad | Payments for general fund | $79,100 |
| Har Zion Temple | Payments for general fund | $33,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Payments for general fund | $18,720 |
| Chabad House at Penn | Payments for general fund | $2,000 |
| Chabad of Fort Lee | Payments for general fund | $2,000 |
| Chabad Jewish Centers | Payments for general fund | $1,000 |
| Chabad of Roslyn | Payments for general fund | $1,000 |
| Philadelphia Wildlife | Payments for general fund | $1,000 |
| Radnor Historical Society | Payments for general fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael M Abiri
- Sheila Westerfeld-Abiri
- Allison Abiri Jean
Questions people ask
Does Michael and Sheila Abiri Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael and Sheila Abiri Foundation give?
$138,320 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Michael and Sheila Abiri Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael M Abiri (Trustee), Sheila Westerfeld-Abiri (Trustee) and Allison Abiri Jean (Trustee).
What does Michael and Sheila Abiri Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.