Waleed B Ali Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Waleed B Ali Foundation is a private foundation in Orland Park, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$14,581
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $39,500 the year before.
67% 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 | $19,500 | 6 | $50,223 |
| 2024 | $39,500 | 4 | $10,400 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 3 | $14,581 |
How to apply
Waleed B Ali 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 Waleed B Ali Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prayer Center of OP | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Universal School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Yaqeen Institute | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Malik Ali
- Iman Ali
- Badie M Ali
- Hamza M Ali
- Muna M Ali
- Yassmean M Ali
- Nadia W Ali
Questions people ask
Does Waleed B Ali Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Waleed B Ali Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Waleed B Ali Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Malik Ali (President), Iman Ali (Director), Badie M Ali (Director) and Hamza M Ali (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Waleed B Ali Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.