Halo Effect
Preselected recipients only
Halo Effect is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,723 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,492 and the largest $33,000. 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$99,723
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,492
- Largest grant$33,000
- Assets$104,685
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $102,691 the year before.
100% 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 | $8,435 | 2 | $61,072 |
| 2024 | $102,691 | 2 | $183,324 |
| 2025 | $99,723 | 10 | $104,685 |
How to apply
Halo Effect 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 Halo Effect funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $84,139 |
| Georgia | 1 | $8,984 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,300 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Medical needs | $33,000 |
| Robert and Kelly Peterson | Medical needs | $20,000 |
| Notre Dame Prep | Religious efforts | $11,458 |
| Individual | Medical needs | $10,000 |
| Legionaries of Christ | Religious efforts | $8,984 |
| St Elizabeth Ann Seton | Relgious efforts | $6,000 |
| St Rita Catholic School Fund | Religious efforts | $3,300 |
| Individual | Medical needs | $3,300 |
| Divine Destiny International | Religious efforts | $2,000 |
| Gleaners Food Bank | Food bank | $1,681 |
Officers and trustees
- Razen Kathawa
- Anas Kathawa
- Rany Tallou
Questions people ask
Does Halo Effect accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Halo Effect give?
$99,723 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,492.
Who runs Halo Effect?
Its 2025 filing lists Razen Kathawa (President), Anas Kathawa (Vice Preside) and Rany Tallou (Vice Preside).
What does Halo Effect fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and faith communities.