Mumtaz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mumtaz Foundation is a private foundation in Columbia, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $599,500 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$599,500
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$867,883
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was up from $261,900 the year before.
59% 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 | $421,800 | 30 | $0 |
| 2024 | $261,900 | 22 | $0 |
| 2025 | $599,500 | 39 | $867,883 |
How to apply
Mumtaz 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 Mumtaz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 2 | $201,000 |
| New York | 9 | $138,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $98,700 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $24,200 |
| California | 2 | $22,500 |
| Illinois | 4 | $17,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| South Carolina | 5 | $12,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Muna Center of Connecticut | Renovation of bldg to use as mosque | $200,000 |
| Islamic Seminary of America | Operation of recipient | $80,000 |
| North American Humanitarian Aide | Operation of recipient | $55,000 |
| Islamic Circle of North America | Operation of recipient | $26,000 |
| Araha | Operation of recipient | $25,000 |
| Helping Hand for Relief and Dev | Operation of recipient | $23,000 |
| Minhaj Welfare Foundation | Operation of recipient | $20,000 |
| Council on American Islamic Relatio | Operation of recipient | $15,000 |
| Orphans in Need USA | Operation of recipient | $12,500 |
| Celebrate Mercy | Operation of recipient | $12,000 |
| Zaytuna College | Operation of recipient | $10,000 |
| Darul Ulum Al-Madania | Operation of recipient | $10,000 |
| Masjid Nur Al Islam | Operation of recipient | $10,000 |
| Zakat Foundation of America | Operation of recipient | $10,000 |
| Unity Productions Foundation | Operation of recipient | $10,000 |
| Riverdale MC Inc | Operation of recipient | $8,000 |
| Islamic Association of Murphy | Operation of recipient | $7,500 |
| Muslim Legal Fund of America | Operation of recipient | $6,200 |
| Masjid Noor Ul Huda | Operation of recipient | $6,000 |
| Hatfield Jame Masjid | Operation of recipient | $5,000 |
| North Penn Mosque | Operation of recipient | $5,000 |
| Kinder USA | Operation of recipient | $5,000 |
| Sound Vision | Operation of recipient | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Operation of recipient | $5,000 |
| Islamic Relief USA | Operation of recipient | $5,000 |
| Oaktree Institute | Operation of recipient | $5,000 |
| Madina Masjid | Operation of recipient | $3,000 |
| Masjid As-Salaam | Operation of recipient | $2,000 |
| Mission Hope Foundation | Operation orf recipient | $2,000 |
| Mosque of Holy Al Quran | Operation of recipient | $2,000 |
| Justice for All | Operation of recipient | $1,500 |
| Institute for Social Policy and Und | Operation of recipient | $1,200 |
| Islamic Society of North America | Operation of recipient | $1,000 |
| Darul Uloom New York | Operation of recipient | $1,000 |
| Darul Juda Masjid | Operation of recipient | $1,000 |
| Al-Furqaan Foundation | Operation of recipient | $1,000 |
| Bayan Academy | Operation of recipient | $1,000 |
| Bayt Ul Mamur Mosque | Operation of recipient | $1,000 |
| Etv Endowment | Operation of recipient | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Muhammad M Islam
- Muhammad Z Islam
- Muhammad Z Alam
Questions people ask
Does Mumtaz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mumtaz Foundation give?
$599,500 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Mumtaz Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Muhammad M Islam (Director), Muhammad Z Islam (Director) and Muhammad Z Alam (Director).
What does Mumtaz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.