Farooq and Sayeeda Selod Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Farooq and Sayeeda Selod Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $280,001 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$280,001
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$638,626
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2025 was up from $110,000 the year before.
91% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $110,000 | 7 | $594,746 |
| 2025 | $280,001 | 11 | $638,626 |
How to apply
Farooq and Sayeeda Selod 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 Farooq and Sayeeda Selod Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $240,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $20,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,001 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic Assn of TC | Annual gift | $120,000 |
| Mansfield Islamic Center | Annual gift | $60,000 |
| Islamic Seminary of America | Annual gift | $30,000 |
| Islamic Assn of N America | Annual gift | $20,000 |
| Institute for Social Policy | Annual gift | $10,001 |
| Muslim Aid USA | Annual gift | $10,000 |
| Muslim Legal Fund of America | Annual gift | $10,000 |
| TX School of Islamic Studies | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| PMR Charities | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Islamic Center of Quad Cities | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Project Access of Tarrant Co | Annual gift | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Omar Selod Do
- Roshan Selod
- Saher Selod
- Samira Selod
Questions people ask
Does Farooq and Sayeeda Selod Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Farooq and Sayeeda Selod Family Foundation give?
$280,001 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Farooq and Sayeeda Selod Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Omar Selod Do (Chairman), Roshan Selod (Director), Saher Selod (Director) and Samira Selod (Director).
What does Farooq and Sayeeda Selod Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.