Sidra Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sidra Foundation is a private foundation in Tampa, Florida. In tax year 2023 it gave $669,448 in 99 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $123,080. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$669,448
- Number of grants99
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$123,080
- Assets$198,296
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2023 was up from $427,394 the year before.
64% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $427,394 | 94 | $281,047 |
| 2023 | $669,448 | 99 | $198,296 |
How to apply
Sidra 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 Sidra Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 40 | $348,898 |
| Illinois | 18 | $156,950 |
| Texas | 9 | $39,400 |
| Virginia | 4 | $26,800 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $21,000 |
| Michigan | 6 | $16,000 |
| California | 5 | $12,100 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $9,900 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $6,500 |
| New York | 3 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bayaan Academy | Support | $123,080 |
| Syrian Forum USA | Support | $49,900 |
| Radiant Hands | Support | $34,140 |
| Cair (Counsil on American Islamic R | Support | $25,000 |
| Islamic Center of Gunn Hwy | Support | $20,000 |
| Jesus Son of Mary Ctr | Support | $20,000 |
| Syrian Forum | Support | $20,000 |
| Islamic Ctr of Tampa Bay | Support | $13,500 |
| Muslim Aid USA | Support | $12,400 |
| Rahma Relief Foundation | Support | $11,400 |
| Icwc Masjid Ibrahim | Support | $11,000 |
| Heroic Hearts | Support | $10,050 |
| Bayaan Academy | Support | $10,000 |
| Bayaan Academy | Support | $10,000 |
| Darul Qasim | Support | $10,000 |
| Darul Uloom Ny | Support | $10,000 |
| Syrian American Medical Society | Support | $10,000 |
| Syrian Forum | Support | $10,000 |
| Syrian Forum | Support | $10,000 |
| Syrian Forum | Support | $10,000 |
| Syrian Forum | Support | $10,000 |
| Muslim Assocation of Huntington | Support | $9,900 |
| A Continuous Charity | Support | $9,500 |
| Zaytuna College | Support | $8,000 |
| Jesus Son of Mary | Support | $7,500 |
| Intl Call Org | Support | $6,000 |
| Islamic Relief | Support | $6,000 |
| Istaba | Support | $6,000 |
| Women for Edu & NFP | Support | $5,500 |
| CDRS Comp Disaster Relief Serv | Support | $5,000 |
| Ghiras Al Nahda | Support | $5,000 |
| Icwc | Support | $5,000 |
| Islamic Soc of New Tampa | Support | $5,000 |
| Pure Hands | Support | $5,000 |
| Radiant Hands | Support | $5,000 |
| Sunrise USA | Support | $5,000 |
| Syrian Forum | Support | $5,000 |
| Acc | Support | $4,500 |
| Isra Masjid | Support | $4,500 |
| United Humanitarian Fdn | Support | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- M Nazir Hamoui
Questions people ask
Does Sidra Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sidra Foundation give?
$669,448 in tax year 2023, across 99 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Sidra Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists M Nazir Hamoui (Director).
What does Sidra Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.