Sahara Foundation
Invitation OnlyTampa, Florida · EIN 84-6667459 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$45K
Organizations funded23
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$915K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,200.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
81% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm (Makkiyah) Ed | Thonotosassa, FL | Education | $10,850 |
| Kindy Academy | Lisle, IL | Education | $8,800 |
| Bright Futures | Tallahassee, FL | Education | $7,840 |
| Life USA | Southfield, MI | Food | $2,000 |
| One Ummah Foundation | Lake Oswego, OR | Rohingya | $1,500 |
| Masjid Darus Salaam (Isonet) | Thonotosassa, FL | Local masjid zakat | $1,200 |
| Icna | New Hyde Park, NY | Food shelter | $1,100 |
| Islamic Relief | Alexandria, VA | Food gaza | $1,060 |
| Zakat Foundation India | Garden City, NY | Releif | $1,000 |
| Ico | Irving, TX | Africa | $1,000 |
| Al-Maqasid | Macungie, PA | Education | $1,000 |
| Sound Vision | Chicago, IL | Education | $1,000 |
| Masjid Al Noor | Wesley Chapel, FL | General | $1,000 |
| Human Development Foundation | Oakbrook, IL | Education | $1,000 |
| Ahat | Lahore, PK | Releif | $700 |
| Ma USA | Mclean, VA | Education | $600 |
| Indian Muslim Relief & Charities | Mountain View, CA | Relief, indian muslims | $500 |
| Madinatul Ilm | Westland, MI | Education | $500 |
| American Islamic Outreach Foundations | Charlotte, NC | Orphans | $500 |
| Equally Able | Rochester Hills, MI | Health assistance | $500 |
| Fms Welfare Trust | Saint Charles, IL | Orphans | $500 |
| Al-Furqaan Foundation | Romeoville Il, IL | Education | $500 |
| Gian Peace (Isna) | Jamaica, NY | General | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $45,150 | 23 |
| 2023 | $51,526 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 18, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522979349101002
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-6667459
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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