The Charlotte & Jamil Azzam Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Charlotte & Jamil Azzam Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $140,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$140,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $107,000 the year before.
44% 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 | $115,500 | 19 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $107,000 | 17 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $140,000 | 17 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Charlotte & Jamil Azzam 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 The Charlotte & Jamil Azzam Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $92,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $8,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $7,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $7,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Children's Hospital Pediatric | Charitable donations. | $25,000 |
| American University of Beirut | Charitable donations. | $10,000 |
| St Jude Research Hospital | Charitable donations. | $10,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital | Charitable donations. | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable donations. | $8,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable donations. | $8,000 |
| SPCA | Charitable donations. | $8,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Charitable donations. | $7,000 |
| Star of Hope | Charitable donations. | $7,000 |
| United Palestinian Appeal | Charitable donations | $7,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Charitable donations. | $7,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Charitable donations. | $7,000 |
| Pulmonary Fibrrosis Foundation | Charitable donations | $7,000 |
| Individual | Charitable donation | $7,000 |
| Houston Humane Society | Charitable donation | $6,000 |
| John Hopkins Institution Fund | Charitable donations. | $5,500 |
| American SPCA | Charitable donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- National Advisors Trust Co
- Jamil Azzam
- Charlotte B Azzam
Questions people ask
Does The Charlotte & Jamil Azzam Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Charlotte & Jamil Azzam Foundation give?
$140,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The Charlotte & Jamil Azzam Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists National Advisors Trust Co (Trustee), Jamil Azzam (Director) and Charlotte B Azzam (Director).
What does The Charlotte & Jamil Azzam Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and animals.