Rauf & Azeem Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Rauf & Azeem Foundation Inc is a private foundation in League City, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $204,098 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $26,793. 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$204,098
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$26,793
- Assets$119,248
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $125,966 the year before.
58% 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 | $167,120 | 17 | $59,989 |
| 2024 | $125,966 | 19 | $21,252 |
| 2025 | $204,098 | 31 | $119,248 |
How to apply
Rauf & Azeem Foundation Inc 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 Rauf & Azeem Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $64,487 |
| Virginia | 3 | $34,153 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $21,900 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 5 | $16,092 |
| Illinois | 2 | $14,200 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $10,346 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,300 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Islamic Medical Association of North America | Zakat | $26,793 |
| Friends of Indus Hospital | Zakat | $21,900 |
| Icna | Zakat | $20,000 |
| Tcfusa | Zakat | $18,000 |
| Suit North America | Zakat | $14,284 |
| Zakatorg | Zakat | $13,700 |
| Childlife Foundation America Inc | Zakat | $10,300 |
| Cair | Zakat | $10,000 |
| Assalam Clinic | Zakat | $10,000 |
| Imran Khan Cancer Appeal Inc | Zakat | $10,000 |
| Dar-Us-Sakina | Zakat | $10,000 |
| Hidaya Foundation | Zakat | $10,000 |
| Islamic Relief USA | Zakat | $5,100 |
| League City Islamic Center | Zakat | $5,000 |
| Akhuwat USA | Zakat | $5,000 |
| Helping Hand Relief | Zakat | $2,500 |
| Umrelifeorg | Zakat | $2,260 |
| A Continuous Charity | Zakat | $2,104 |
| Aspiring Futures | Zakat | $2,029 |
| GIVE4NEEDY Foundation | Zakat | $1,044 |
| Zaytuna | Zakat | $1,037 |
| An-Nisa Hope Center | Zakat | $1,000 |
| International Rescuecom | Zakat | $1,000 |
| Appna Foundation | Zakat | $500 |
| World Central Kitchen | Zakat | $300 |
| Sams Fnd | Zakat | $100 |
| World Food Program | Zakat | $46 |
| Gofundme | Zakat | $29 |
| PCRF | Zakat | $26 |
| Islamic Society of Greater Houston (ISGH) | Zakat | $26 |
| St Josheps Indian | Zakat | $20 |
Officers and trustees
- Shariq J Rauf
- Hasaan Rauf
- Naila S Rauf
Questions people ask
Does Rauf & Azeem Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rauf & Azeem Foundation Inc give?
$204,098 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Rauf & Azeem Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Shariq J Rauf (Director), Hasaan Rauf (Director) and Naila S Rauf (Director).
What does Rauf & Azeem Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and human services.