The Frank Islam and Debbie Driesman Foundation
Invitation OnlyPotomac, Maryland · EIN 26-1306411 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$152K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$20,800
Total assets$5.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $11,000 and $25,000.
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
83% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland AME Zion Church Inc | Potomac, MD | Education | $64,806 |
| Bill Hillary & Chelsea Clinton Foundation | New York, NY | Education | $25,000 |
| National Symphony Orchestra | Washington, DC | Education | $25,000 |
| Wilson Center | Washington, DC | Education | $20,800 |
| Civic Nation | Washington, DC | Education | $11,000 |
| Iammm-Institute for the Advancement of Multicultural and Minority Medicine | Washington, DC | Education | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $151,606 | 6 |
| 2023 | $95,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503169349100110
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1306411
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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