The Hisham and Nawal Araim Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hisham and Nawal Araim Foundation is a private foundation in Berkeley Lake, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $5,000. 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$12,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$160,152
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $15,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $13,000 | 5 | $98,097 |
| 2024 | $15,000 | 7 | $122,691 |
| 2025 | $12,000 | 6 | $160,152 |
How to apply
The Hisham and Nawal Araim 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 4 | $11,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alif Institute | General Support | $5,000 |
| Wesleyan School | General Support | $5,000 |
| St Joseph Maronite Catholic Church | General Support | $500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General Support | $500 |
| Knights of Columbus | General Support | $500 |
| U of North Georgia Foundation | General Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nawal T Araim
- Leheb H Araim
- Aous H Araim
Questions people ask
Does The Hisham and Nawal Araim Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hisham and Nawal Araim Foundation give?
$12,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Hisham and Nawal Araim Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nawal T Araim (Managing Trustee), Leheb H Araim (Trustee) and Aous H Araim (Trustee).