Rokm
Preselected recipients only
Rokm is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $26,640 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $12,500. 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$26,640
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$580,458
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5,304 the year before.
57% 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 | $5,304 | 8 | $487,737 |
| 2024 | $26,640 | 7 | $580,458 |
How to apply
Rokm 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 Rokm funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $13,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $2,881 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $259 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia Law School | Develop & implement bold ideas to ad | $12,500 |
| Zindagi Trust | Improve quality of education in paki | $10,000 |
| The Awty International | Support the school community | $1,956 |
| UJA Federation | Building a stronger community | $1,000 |
| The Fay School | Philanthropical support for the scho | $725 |
| JFNNJ Paramus | Support israel & combat antisemitism | $259 |
| Society for the Performing Arts Hou | Enrich cultural lives | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Omar Samji
- Rabia Samji
- Mumtaz Cumber
Questions people ask
Does Rokm accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rokm give?
$26,640 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Rokm?
Its 2024 filing lists Omar Samji (Director), Rabia Samji (Director) and Mumtaz Cumber (Director).
What does Rokm fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.