Ali and Nihaya Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ali and Nihaya Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Blanc, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$84,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,200 the year before.
72% 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 | $22,000 | 9 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $27,200 | 6 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $84,500 | 18 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Ali and Nihaya 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 Ali and Nihaya Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 10 | $74,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Blanc Islamic Center | Charitable | $65,000 |
| University of Michigan Flint | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders - USA | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Alsac - St Jude's Children's Hosp | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Donorschooseorg | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Direct Relief | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Scholarship America | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Food Bank of Eastern Michigan | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Room to Read | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Hurley Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Kidneycure - Ameri Soc of Nephr | Charitable | $500 |
| Foundation for Mott Comm College | Charitable | $500 |
| Henry Ford Health Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Wayne State University | Charitable | $250 |
| Memorial Healthcare Foundation | Charitable | $250 |
| Alternatives for Girls | Charitable | $250 |
| McLaren Flint Foundation | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Ali Mohammed MD
- Nihaya Mohammed
- Zhraa Mohammed
Questions people ask
Does Ali and Nihaya Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ali and Nihaya Foundation give?
$84,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ali and Nihaya Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ali Mohammed MD (President), Nihaya Mohammed (Vice Preside) and Zhraa Mohammed (Secretary).
What does Ali and Nihaya Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.