The Salem Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Salem Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in McLean, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $156,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$156,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $199,000 the year before.
39% 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 | $199,000 | 14 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $156,000 | 13 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
The Salem Family 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 The Salem Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 7 | $127,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $16,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $4,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Middle East Institute | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $75,000 |
| United Palestinian Appeal Inc | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $25,000 |
| Bethlehem University Foundation | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $16,500 |
| Carnegie Endowment for Intl Peace | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $10,000 |
| Arab Gulf States Institute | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $10,000 |
| Georgetown U Center for Contemporary Arab Studies | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $5,000 |
| Tides Center - Palestine Legal | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $5,000 |
| McLean Little League | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $3,500 |
| American University of Beirut | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Churches for Middle East Peace | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Jill's House | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| US Campaign for Palestinian Rights | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Institute of Middle East Understanding | Support of sec. 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George R Salem
- Rhonda M Ziadeh Salem
- James G Salem
Questions people ask
Does The Salem Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Salem Family Foundation Inc give?
$156,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Salem Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists George R Salem (President), Rhonda M Ziadeh Salem (Secretary/Treasurer) and James G Salem (Assistant Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Salem Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.