Ibn Al-Haitham Endowment Fund
Preselected recipients only
Ibn Al-Haitham Endowment Fund is a private foundation in Valparaiso, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $169,550 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $18,750 and the largest $93,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$169,550
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$18,750
- Largest grant$93,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $79,000 the year before.
83% of its 2024 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 | $79,000 | 4 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $169,550 | 6 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Ibn Al-Haitham Endowment Fund 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 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $93,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $35,850 |
| Florida | 1 | $26,200 |
| New York | 1 | $12,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rahma Worldwide Aid | General purpose | $93,000 |
| Reaching Across Borders | General purpose | $26,200 |
| Syrian American Medical Society | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Human Rights and Democracy | General purpose | $12,500 |
| American University | General purpose | $10,850 |
| Alehsan Foundation Inc | General purpose | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- M Hytham Rifai
- Nuha Rifai
- Dana Rifai
Questions people ask
Does Ibn Al-Haitham Endowment Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ibn Al-Haitham Endowment Fund give?
$169,550 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $18,750.
Who runs Ibn Al-Haitham Endowment Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists M Hytham Rifai (President), Nuha Rifai (Board Member) and Dana Rifai (Board Member).