Harvey E Najim Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Harvey E Najim Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.8 million in 197 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $200,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$8.8 million
- Number of grants197
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$118 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8.5 million the year before.
23% of its 2024 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 | $8.5 million | 183 | $115 million |
| 2024 | $8.8 million | 197 | $118 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Melissa Bauman President 9311 San Pedro Suite 965, San Antonio, TX 78216 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (210) 255-8435, melissa.bauman@najimfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Question 2B: an online grant application should be filled out and submitted through the online portal located on the najim foundation website at www.najimfoundation.org parts of the application include the following requirements: brief statement of organization's purpose and history. Project description and amount of funding request. Brief statement of any previous funding received from the najim foundation. Statement of how the proposed project relates to the foundation's funding priorities. Line item budget for project in which funds are being requested. Requesting organization's annual budget, current balance sheet, and last twelve-month consolidated income statement. Project timeline (beginning & ending dates). Brief project evaluation criteria. List of other project funders including pending and commitments. Contact information of primary and secondary person with requesting organization. Include a copy of the organization's IRS determination letter. |
| Deadlines | Question 2C: applications are accepted three times during the year. March for april board meeting, j |
| Restrictions | Question 2D: applications are only accepted from section 501(c)(3) organizations. Only 501(c)(3) organizations located and serving children in the following counties will be considered for funding: bexar, atascosa, bandera, comal, guadalupe, kendall, kerr, medina, and wilson. The requesting organization must meet the najim foundation's funding priorities. Funding priorities are to assist children with food, shelter, clothing, child abuse/neglect, developmental disabilities, education (prek - 12) (out of school) (post-secondary), foster care, homelessness, mental health, medical treatment, substance abuse, and other children's charitable purposes. Before any grant funds are disbursed, the recipient organization must enter into a written agreement with the najim foundation outlining respective responsibilities and obligations of both parties concerning the grant. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Harvey E Najim Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 189 | $8.6 million |
| Alabama | 1 | $90,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $40,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $35,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Metropolitan Ministry | Assist children | $200,000 |
| San Antonio Area Foundation | Assist children | $178,000 |
| San Antonio Food Bank Inc | Assist children | $175,000 |
| YMCA of Greater San Antonio | Assist children | $150,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio | Assist children | $125,000 |
| Archdiocese of San Antonio | Assist children | $120,000 |
| Child Advocates San Antonio | Assist children | $120,000 |
| San Antonio Area Foundation | Assist children | $115,198 |
| Childsafe | Assist children | $115,000 |
| Communities in Schools of San Anton | Assist children | $110,000 |
| The Childrens Shelter | Assist children | $110,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of South T | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Boysville Inc | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Brighton Center | Assist children | $100,000 |
| City Year Inc | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Clarity Child Guidance Center | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Ecumenical Center for Religion and | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Hill Country Daily Bread | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Sa Youth | Assist children | $100,000 |
| San Antonio Sports Foundation Inc | Assist children | $100,000 |
| SJRC Texas Inc | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Any Baby Can of San Antonio Inc | Assist children | $95,000 |
| Children's Association for Maximum | Assist children | $90,000 |
| Mission Road Developmental Center | Assist children | $90,000 |
| New Braunfels Christian Ministries | Assist children | $90,000 |
| Roy Maas' Youth Alternatives Inc | Assist children | $90,000 |
| Sight Savers America Inc | Assist children | $90,000 |
| St Vinnys Bistro | Assist children | $90,000 |
| Girls Incorporated of San Antonio | Assist children | $85,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio | Assist children | $85,000 |
| Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf CH | Assit children | $84,700 |
| Chosen Care Inc | Assist children | $80,000 |
| Family Violence Prevention Services | Assist children | $80,000 |
| House of Neighborly Service | Assist children | $80,000 |
| Sa Christian Hope Resource Center | Assist children | $80,000 |
| Arms of Hope | Assist children | $75,000 |
| Avance - San Antonio Inc | Assist children | $75,000 |
| Children's Bereavement Center of So | Assist children | $75,000 |
| Be Kind San Antonio Inc | Assist children | $70,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas | Assist children | $70,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Harvey E Najim
- Melissa Bauman
- Carrie N Matthiesen
- Christine N Ray
- Roy Terracina
- Don Harris
- Jim House
- Doug Cross
- Rebecca Cervantez
- Rebecca Cedillo
- Peggy Eighmy
- Clay Killinger
- Jon Coker
Questions people ask
Does Harvey E Najim Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Question 2C: applications are accepted three times during the year. March for april board meeting, j.
How much does Harvey E Najim Charitable Foundation give?
$8.8 million in tax year 2024, across 197 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Harvey E Najim Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Harvey E Najim (Chairman), Melissa Bauman (President), Carrie N Matthiesen (Board Member) and Christine N Ray (Board Member) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does Harvey E Najim Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and education.