Farouk Shami Foundation for Peace
Preselected recipients only
Farouk Shami Foundation for Peace is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $80,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$80,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$720,310
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $50,000 | 1 | $792,298 |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 2 | $720,310 |
How to apply
Farouk Shami Foundation for Peace 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 Farouk Shami Foundation for Peace funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leonard Education Organization | To provide scholarships for arab american children | $50,000 |
| Cair | Charitable | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rami F Shami
- Farouk M Shami
- Jamilah Shami
- Amy McCall
Questions people ask
Does Farouk Shami Foundation for Peace accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Farouk Shami Foundation for Peace give?
$80,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Farouk Shami Foundation for Peace?
Its 2024 filing lists Rami F Shami (Director), Farouk M Shami (President/Director), Jamilah Shami (Secretary) and Amy McCall (Director).
What does Farouk Shami Foundation for Peace fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.