The Honest Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Honest Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $109,662 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $35,062. 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$109,662
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$35,062
- Assets$0
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,601 the year before.
60% 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 | $109,130 | 19 | $0 |
| 2024 | $75,601 | 14 | $0 |
| 2025 | $109,662 | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
The Honest 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 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $36,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $35,062 |
| Michigan | 7 | $17,150 |
| Kansas | 1 | $11,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $10,250 |
| Maryland | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Syrian American Medical Society Sams | Charity | $35,062 |
| Syrain Foram | Charity | $25,000 |
| Mercy Without Limits | Charity | $11,000 |
| Islamic Organization | Charity | $9,250 |
| Women for Humanity | Charity | $6,100 |
| Acs Fund | Charity | $6,000 |
| Med Global | Charity | $5,000 |
| Umma | Charity | $5,000 |
| SRD | Charity | $2,000 |
| University of Mich Msa | Charity | $1,050 |
| Iagd | Charity | $1,000 |
| The Muslim Unity Center | Charity | $1,000 |
| The Quran Institute | Charity | $1,000 |
| Droplets of Mercy USA | Charity | $1,000 |
| Muslims Family | Charity | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Fahd Al-Saghir
- Suha Sharbek
- Heba Al-Saghir
Questions people ask
Does The Honest Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Honest Foundation give?
$109,662 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Honest Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fahd Al-Saghir (President), Suha Sharbek (Vic-Presi) and Heba Al-Saghir (Secretary).