Issa Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Issa Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $47,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$47,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$32,209
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $19,000 the year before.
55% 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 | $19,000 | 6 | $33,423 |
| 2024 | $47,500 | 11 | $32,209 |
How to apply
Issa 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 10 | $42,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Muslim Community Assoc | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Palestinian American Medical Assoc | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Palestine Aid Society of America | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Naama | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Muath Bin Jabal Mosque | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Muslim Family Services | Operating support | $2,500 |
| Masque of Alflah | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Shop With A Cop | Operating support | $1,500 |
| Darul Wahl | Operating support | $1,500 |
| Masjid Al Furqaan | Operating support | $1,000 |
| American Moslem Society | Operating support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anwar Issa
- Said Issa
- Abdulaziz Issa
- Raed Issa
- Mohamad Issa
Questions people ask
Does Issa Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Issa Foundation give?
$47,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Issa Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anwar Issa (Director), Said Issa (Director), Abdulaziz Issa (Director) and Raed Issa (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.