Mo Habib Memorial Foundation
Invitation OnlyKirkland, Washington · EIN 86-2105270 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$39K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$1,500
Total assets$11K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $11,676.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
16% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington - Mo Habib Translation Prize in Persian Literature | Seattle, WA | To enable the publication and dissemination of persian literary works that stand on their own in engaging english translation. | $14,500 |
| Pacific Public Media (Knkx 885) | Tacoma, WA | Deliver excellence in jazz, blues and news with deep storytelling that inspires, informs and connects our community. | $11,676 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation | Chicago, IL | To fund waterton sarcoma research | $10,000 |
| St James Cathedral | Seattle, WA | To fund church operations | $1,500 |
| Northwest Immigrants Rights Project | Seattle, WA | Keeping families together, protecting people from violence and standing up to injustice | $500 |
| Benaroya Hall | Seattle, WA | Hosting public events | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,676 | 6 |
| 2024 | $25,798 | 3 |
| 2023 | $19,048 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621009349101227
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-2105270
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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