Samir and Grace Tuma Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Samir and Grace Tuma Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $66,915 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $500 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$66,915
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $44,250 the year before.
37% 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 | $44,250 | 23 | $800,134 |
| 2024 | $66,915 | 19 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Samir and Grace Tuma 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 Samir and Grace Tuma Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2 | $50,250 |
| Texas | 10 | $12,865 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 2 | $400 |
| Kansas | 1 | $200 |
| New York | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Arab American Philanthropy | For operations support | $50,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | For operations support | $5,000 |
| Crusader Fund | For operations support | $2,000 |
| Health Outreach to the Middle East | For operations support | $2,000 |
| Arab American Cultural and Community Center | For operations support | $1,950 |
| Arab American Foundation | For operations support | $1,000 |
| Heal | For operations support | $1,000 |
| St John Xxiii College Preparatory | For operations support | $1,000 |
| The Order of Stignatius of Antioch | For operations support | $1,000 |
| Amel Associaiton International | For operations support | $500 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | For operations support | $300 |
| Arab American National Museum | For operations support | $250 |
| Colel Chabad | For operations support | $200 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | For operations support | $200 |
| Debwania | For operations support | $150 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | For operations support | $100 |
| Institute for Middle East Understanding | For operations support | $100 |
| Texas Medical Association 50 Year Club | For operations support | $100 |
| Friends of Eqyptian Children With Cancer | For operations support | $65 |
Officers and trustees
- Samir Tuma
- Grace Tuma
Questions people ask
Does Samir and Grace Tuma Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samir and Grace Tuma Foundation give?
$66,915 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Samir and Grace Tuma Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Samir Tuma (Director) and Grace Tuma (Director).
What does Samir and Grace Tuma Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and arts and culture.