Sharifi Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sharifi Family Foundation is a private foundation in McLean, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $750,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $175,000 and the largest $350,000. 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$750,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$175,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$10.3 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $10.0 million |
| 2025 | $750,000 | 4 | $10.3 million |
How to apply
Sharifi 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $350,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $100,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Xavier Foundation | General program and support | $350,000 |
| Inova Health Systems Foundation | General program and support | $250,000 |
| She Believes Inc | General program and support | $100,000 |
| Mission Machine Inc | General program and support | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ghassem Sharifi
- Sasha Sharifi
- Bobak Sharifi
Questions people ask
Does Sharifi Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sharifi Family Foundation give?
$750,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $175,000.
Who runs Sharifi Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ghassem Sharifi (Trustee), Sasha Sharifi (Trustee) and Bobak Sharifi (Trustee).