Hamoui Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hamoui Foundation is a private foundation in Needham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$49.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.8 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 11 | $15.6 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 8 | $14.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 7 | $49.8 million |
How to apply
Hamoui 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 Hamoui Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $700,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | General charitable contribution for medical services | $500,000 |
| Lungevity Foundation | General charitable contribution for lung research | $500,000 |
| Mpac - Muslim Public Affairs Council | General charitable contribution for the civil rights of american muslims | $100,000 |
| Syrian American Medical Society | General charitable contribution for medical services | $100,000 |
| Council on American-Islamic Relations | General charitable contribution for educational and social programs | $50,000 |
| Sabil USA | General charitable contribution for refugee and homeless population services | $50,000 |
| Umma Clinic | General charitable contribution for healthcare and community-wellness services | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Omar Hamoui
- Omaima Salous
Questions people ask
Does Hamoui Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hamoui Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Hamoui Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Omar Hamoui (President) and Omaima Salous (Director).
What does Hamoui Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.