Mushtaq H Merchant Family Foundatio
Preselected recipients only
Mushtaq H Merchant Family Foundatio is a private foundation in Deer Park, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $111,200 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$111,200
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was down from $222,000 the year before.
55% 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 | $210,500 | 5 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $222,000 | 7 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $111,200 | 11 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Mushtaq H Merchant Family Foundatio 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 Mushtaq H Merchant Family Foundatio funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $7,500 |
| New York | 2 | $1,500 |
| Nevada | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
| Indiana | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iman Mahdi Association of Marjaey | Religious services and community sup | $100,000 |
| Islamic Education Center | Religious services and community sup | $5,000 |
| Al Baqee Foundation | Protection & restoration of islam he | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Medical services for the needy | $1,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | Providing food for the needy | $1,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Providing medical services for needy | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Providing shelter for the needy | $1,000 |
| Amnesty Leadership Group | Providing investigation for human ri | $500 |
| Fraternite Notre Dame | Support notre dame students | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support purdue through alumni | $100 |
| Purdue University | Provides quality reporductive health | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Mushtaq H Merchant
- Sandra D Merchant
- Jeffrey H Merchant
Questions people ask
Does Mushtaq H Merchant Family Foundatio accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mushtaq H Merchant Family Foundatio give?
$111,200 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Mushtaq H Merchant Family Foundatio?
Its 2025 filing lists Mushtaq H Merchant (President), Sandra D Merchant (Vice Preside) and Jeffrey H Merchant (Secretary).
What does Mushtaq H Merchant Family Foundatio fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.