Harvey E Najim Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderSan Antonio, Texas · EIN 20-8060391 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$8.8M
Organizations funded197
Typical grant$35,000
Total assets$117.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $65,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MELISSA BAUMAN PRESIDENT |
|---|---|
| Address | 9311 SAN PEDRO SUITE 965, SAN ANTONIO TX 78216 |
| Phone | 2102558435 |
| MELISSA.BAUMAN@NAJIMFOUNDATION.ORG | |
| Form and materials | QUESTION 2B: AN ONLINE GRANT APPLICATION SHOULD BE FILLED OUT AND SUBMITTED THROUGH THE ONLINE PORTAL LOCATED ON THE NAJIM FOUNDATION WEBSITE AT WWW.NAJIMFOUNDATION.ORG PARTS OF THE APPLICATION INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: BRIEF STATEMENT OF ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSE AND HISTORY. PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND AMOUNT OF FUNDING REQUEST. BRIEF STATEMENT OF ANY PREVIOUS FUNDING RECEIVED FROM THE NAJIM FOUNDATION. STATEMENT OF HOW THE PROPOSED PROJECT RELATES TO THE FOUNDATION'S FUNDING PRIORITIES. LINE ITEM BUDGET FOR PROJECT IN WHICH FUNDS ARE BEING REQUESTED. REQUESTING ORGANIZATION'S ANNUAL BUDGET, CURRENT BALANCE SHEET, AND LAST TWELVE-MONTH CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT. PROJECT TIMELINE (BEGINNING & ENDING DATES). BRIEF PROJECT EVALUATION CRITERIA. LIST OF OTHER PROJECT FUNDERS INCLUDING PENDING AND COMMITMENTS. CONTACT INFORMATION OF PRIMARY AND SECONDARY PERSON WITH REQUESTING ORGANIZATION. INCLUDE A COPY OF THE ORGANIZATION'S IRS DETERMINATION LETTER. |
| Deadlines | QUESTION 2C: APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED THREE TIMES DURING THE YEAR. MARCH FOR APRIL BOARD MEETING, J |
| Restrictions | QUESTION 2D: APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED FROM SECTION 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS. ONLY 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS LOCATED AND SERVING CHILDREN IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTIES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR FUNDING: BEXAR, ATASCOSA, BANDERA, COMAL, GUADALUPE, KENDALL, KERR, MEDINA, AND WILSON. THE REQUESTING ORGANIZATION MUST MEET THE NAJIM FOUNDATION'S FUNDING PRIORITIES. FUNDING PRIORITIES ARE TO ASSIST CHILDREN WITH FOOD, SHELTER, CLOTHING, CHILD ABUSE/NEGLECT, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, EDUCATION (PREK - 12) (OUT OF SCHOOL) (POST-SECONDARY), FOSTER CARE, HOMELESSNESS, MENTAL HEALTH, MEDICAL TREATMENT, SUBSTANCE ABUSE, AND OTHER CHILDREN'S CHARITABLE PURPOSES. BEFORE ANY GRANT FUNDS ARE DISBURSED, THE RECIPIENT ORGANIZATION MUST ENTER INTO A WRITTEN AGREEMENT WITH THE NAJIM FOUNDATION OUTLINING RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBLIGATIONS OF BOTH PARTIES CONCERNING THE GRANT. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
4% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Metropolitan Ministry | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $200,000 |
| San Antonio Area Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $178,000 |
| San Antonio Food Bank Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $175,000 |
| YMCA of Greater San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $150,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $125,000 |
| Archdiocese of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $120,000 |
| Child Advocates San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $120,000 |
| San Antonio Area Foundation | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $115,198 |
| Childsafe | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $115,000 |
| Communities in Schools of San Anton | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $110,000 |
| The Childrens Shelter | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $110,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of South T | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Boysville Inc | Converse, TX | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Brighton Center | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $100,000 |
| City Year Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Clarity Child Guidance Center | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Ecumenical Center for Religion and | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Hill Country Daily Bread | Boerne, TX | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Sa Youth | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $100,000 |
| San Antonio Sports Foundation Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Sjrc Texas Inc | Bulverde, TX | Assist children | $100,000 |
| Any Baby Can of San Antonio Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $95,000 |
| Children's Association for Maximum | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $90,000 |
| Mission Road Developmental Center | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $90,000 |
| New Braunfels Christian Ministries | New Braunfels, TX | Assist children | $90,000 |
| Roy Maas' Youth Alternatives Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $90,000 |
| Sight Savers America Inc | Pelham, AL | Assist children | $90,000 |
| St Vinnys Bistro | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $90,000 |
| Girls Incorporated of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $85,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $85,000 |
| Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Ch | San Antonio, TX | Assit children | $84,700 |
| Chosen Care Inc | New Braunfels, TX | Assist children | $80,000 |
| Family Violence Prevention Services | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $80,000 |
| House of Neighborly Service | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $80,000 |
| Sa Christian Hope Resource Center | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $80,000 |
| Arms of Hope | Medina, TX | Assist children | $75,000 |
| Avance - San Antonio Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $75,000 |
| Children's Bereavement Center of So | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $75,000 |
| Be Kind San Antonio Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $70,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $70,000 |
| Good Samaritan Center of San Antoni | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $70,000 |
| Kinetic Kids Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $70,000 |
| Respite Care of San Antonio Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $70,000 |
| Rise Recovery | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $70,000 |
| San Antonio Council on Alcohol & Dr | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $70,000 |
| Teamability Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $70,000 |
| Witte Museum | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $70,000 |
| Assistance League of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $65,000 |
| Casa of Central Texas Inc | New Braunfels, TX | Assist children | $65,000 |
| Communities in Schools of South Cen | New Braunfels, TX | Assist children | $65,000 |
| Guardian House | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $65,000 |
| St Peter St Joseph Children's Hom | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $65,000 |
| The Arc of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $65,000 |
| Christian Assistance Ministry Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $60,000 |
| Discovery Camps Inc | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $60,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central & | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $60,000 |
| Recoverywerks | New Braunfels, TX | Assist children | $60,000 |
| San Antonio Children's Museum | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $60,000 |
| Texas Diaper Bank | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $60,000 |
| Thru Project | San Antonio, TX | Assist children | $60,000 |
Showing the 60 largest of 197 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,823,915 | 198 |
| 2023 | $8,475,242 | 183 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503179349103045
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-8060391
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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