A F Dahya Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
A F Dahya Family Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $112,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$112,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $95,000 the year before.
22% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $84,000 | 8 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $95,000 | 7 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $112,500 | 9 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
A F Dahya Family 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 A F Dahya Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Husseini Islamic Center of Florida | Mosque donation | $25,000 |
| Care for Humanity-Kijana Kwanza | Development work | $20,000 |
| Unity Productions Foundation | Public relations | $20,000 |
| Bayan Islamic Graduate School | Education | $15,000 |
| Sound Vision Foundation | Educational content | $10,000 |
| Comfort Aid | Relief work | $10,000 |
| Penny Appeal | Local development | $5,000 |
| Life USA | Relief work | $5,000 |
| Masjid Al Shaheed | Mosque donation | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Fariz Hussein
- Saleem Mawji
Questions people ask
Does A F Dahya Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does A F Dahya Family Foundation give?
$112,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs A F Dahya Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fariz Hussein (Trustee) and Saleem Mawji (Trustee).
What does A F Dahya Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.