Salehi Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Salehi Family Foundation is a private foundation in Midland, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$28.8 million
- New grantees66%
Giving in 2024 was up from $900,000 the year before.
66% 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 | $900,000 | 21 | $42.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 29 | $28.8 million |
How to apply
Salehi 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 Salehi Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 20 | $968,500 |
| Colorado | 7 | $315,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Midland Memorial Foundation | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $400,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | To help fund the goals of the organization. Community outreach. | $270,000 |
| Telluride Mountain School | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $200,000 |
| Daystar Counseling Ministries | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $100,000 |
| 100 Club of Gillespie County | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $100,000 |
| River Deep Club | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $40,000 |
| Wine Travel International LLC | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $37,500 |
| Mountainfilm | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $35,000 |
| Midland Fair Havens | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $20,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Christ Church | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Marty Hennessy Inspiring Children F | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $12,500 |
| Telluride Volunteer Fire Dept | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Recording Library of West Texas | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Jubilee Park Community | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Scottish Rite for Children | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Centers for Children Families | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Family Gateway | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Bloys Campmeeting | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Harper Band Boosters | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Golden Hub Community Center | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Harper Angel Tree | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Hill Country Community Needs | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Kimble County Sheriff Department | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Association Funding Professionals P | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Telluride Theatre | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Rock N Roll Academy | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Headwaters for Heros | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Camp San Saba Cemetary Association | To help fund the mission of the organization. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cameron S Kelly
- Winston Kelly
- Kelly Reese
Questions people ask
Does Salehi Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Salehi Family Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Salehi Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cameron S Kelly (Director), Winston Kelly (Director) and Kelly Reese (Director).
What does Salehi Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.