Sami & Annie Totah Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sami & Annie Totah Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $155,732 in 99 grants; the typical grant was $800 and the largest $13,820. 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$155,732
- Number of grants99
- Typical grant$800
- Largest grant$13,820
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $150,052 the year before.
63% 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 | $150,052 | 75 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $155,732 | 99 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Sami & Annie Totah Family 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 Sami & Annie Totah Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 42 | $82,858 |
| Maryland | 14 | $21,502 |
| New York | 16 | $16,450 |
| Florida | 2 | $14,605 |
| California | 3 | $6,842 |
| Virginia | 11 | $6,450 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $2,100 |
| Michigan | 1 | $800 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Synodal School of Liturgical Musicrussian BALL2023 | Non-profit mission is to help the russian migr community in the us including relief efforts for the suffering people in ukraine. | $13,820 |
| Individual | $10,330 | |
| National Museum of Women in the Arts | Non-profit mission is to advocate for better representation of women artists & serves as a vital center for thought leadership & social change. | $10,000 |
| The Washington Ballet | Non-profit mission is to bring the joy and artistry of dance to the nation's capital, & to connect children & adults to the art of dance. | $10,000 |
| Armenian Assembly of America | Non-profit mission is to continue as the leading non-partisan voice for the armenian-american community in the united states. | $6,061 |
| American University of Armenia | Non-profit mission is to continue providing students the best education in armenia. | $5,000 |
| City Dance Gala-Elevation Celebration | Non-profit mission is to continue championing our mission of developing the next generation of dance artists & innovators. | $5,000 |
| Lebanese American University | Non-profit mission is to making education in lebanon available to all qualified, regardless of difficult circumstances. | $5,000 |
| Meridian International Center | To support meridian's mission | $5,000 |
| Foundation for Art and Preservation in Embassies | To supports the arts | $4,400 |
| Theatre Washington-Helen Hayes Awards 2024 | Non-profit mission is to celebrate artistic achievement & cultivate collective action for the arts in our region. | $4,250 |
| Nufdi - National Union for Democracy in Iran Fund | Non-profit mission is to strive for a free democratic iran that will hnor & protect the human rights of all its citizens. | $3,968 |
| Armenian Missionary Association of America | Non-profit mission is to serve the physical/spiritual needs of our people at home and overseas. | $3,000 |
| The Phillips Collection | Non-profit mission is americas first home for modern and contemporary art, where the intimate and experimental meet. | $3,000 |
| Young Concert Artists | To support the education & programming of young artists | $2,565 |
| American Friends of Lubavitch (Chabad) | Non-profit mission is to serve as the representative office and advocate for the chabad movement. | $2,500 |
| Theatre Washington Theatre Week | To support the washington theatre & support future productions | $2,500 |
| The Washington Ballet Gala | Support the ballet & galas, maintaining and growing the artistic gem in the nation's capital | $2,180 |
| The Kennedy Center (Washington National Opera) | To support kennedy center opera | $2,121 |
| The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington | Non-profit mission is to inspire, build, & sustain vibrant jewish life in a changing world. | $2,025 |
| Moment Magazine | Non-profit mission is to fight antisemitism and hate. | $2,000 |
| Heifetz International Music Institute | To support music institute | $2,000 |
| Capital Jewish Museum | To support jewish museum misson | $1,750 |
| Orchestra of the Americas Group | Non-profit mission is to empower exceptional creatives to fulfill their global impact potential. | $1,740 |
| DC Jazz Festival | Non-profit mission is to strengthen dc jazz festival education. | $1,500 |
| Afopo | To support the orchestra's international program of concerts & academy program. | $1,500 |
| FJC | To support fjc mission | $1,500 |
| Olney Theatre Center | To support theatre mission | $1,500 |
| Washington Performing Arts | To support programming and education initiatives | $1,280 |
| Hillwood Estate Museum & Gardens | To support hillwood museum's mission | $1,250 |
| Blair House Restoration Fund | Non-profit mission is to ensure the preservation, protection and enhancement of this national treasure. | $1,000 |
| Children's Nat Hospital Foundation-Flip Flop Frolic | Non-profit mission is to bring health and well-being to all children. | $1,000 |
| McLean Project for the Arts | Non-profit mission is to offer instruction & education in the visual arts. | $1,000 |
| Post Classical Ensemble | Non-profit mission is to create singular occasions where the intellect is stirred & the spirit is moved. | $1,000 |
| Shepardic Community Foundation | Non-profit mission is community & educational work. | $1,000 |
| Washington National Opera Gala-Kennedy Center | Non-profit mission is to commit to artistic excellence shaping the future of opera, & serving the community. | $1,000 |
| Agbu | To support the growth of a new generation of youth. | $1,000 |
| American Pops Orchestra | To support continued programming | $1,000 |
| Armenia Artsakh Fund | To assist & aid armenia and artsakh on a continuing basis | $1,000 |
| Armenian General Benevolent Union | To support beneovent unuion mission | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Annie Totah
- Tamara Picache
- Nicole Totah
- Elliott Totah
- Karina Totah
Questions people ask
Does Sami & Annie Totah Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sami & Annie Totah Family Foundation give?
$155,732 in tax year 2024, across 99 grants, with a typical grant of $800.
Who runs Sami & Annie Totah Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Annie Totah (Trustee), Tamara Picache (Trustee), Nicole Totah (Trustee) and Elliott Totah (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Sami & Annie Totah Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.