Well of Life
Preselected recipients only
Well of Life is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $8,000. 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$31,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$208,107
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,751 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16,600 | 10 | $13,623 |
| 2024 | $28,751 | 16 | $24,747 |
| 2025 | $31,500 | 16 | $208,107 |
How to apply
Well of Life 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 Well of Life funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $10,600 |
| Indiana | 1 | $8,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,100 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,900 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,400 |
| Michigan | 2 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,600 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $600 |
| Virginia | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lifegate | Christian ministry | $8,000 |
| Aravali Tribal Mission (Redemption Project) | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Voice of Preaching of the Gospel | Charitable | $3,100 |
| Mercy Ships | Charitable | $2,400 |
| Arabic Presbyterian Church | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Jesus Online Ministries | Charitable | $1,600 |
| Aramaic Broadcasting Network Inc | Christian broadcasting | $1,500 |
| Cru | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Moody Bible Institute | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Food for the Poor | Care for the hungry | $1,400 |
| Pacific Garden Mission | Charitable | $1,200 |
| Shriners Children's | Charitable | $700 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Charitable | $600 |
| Life for Relief & Development | General purpose | $500 |
| The Salvation Army | Christian evangelism | $300 |
| Greater Chicago Food | Charitable | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Mashour Dukum
- Hanan Dukum
- Farhan Fakhoury
- Dr Joseph Girgis
Questions people ask
Does Well of Life accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Well of Life give?
$31,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Well of Life?
Its 2025 filing lists Mashour Dukum (Pres/Dir), Hanan Dukum (Treas/Dir), Farhan Fakhoury (Director) and Dr Joseph Girgis (Director).
What does Well of Life fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and youth programs.