American Muslim Community Foundation
The American Muslim Community Foundation (AMCF) is a national community foundation and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Fremont, California. Founded in 2016, AMCF operates as a civic and social organization dedicated to advancing Muslim philanthropy through innovative giving mechanisms. The organization manages Donor Advised Funds, Giving Circles, fiscal sponsorships, and endowments while distributing grants to nonprofits across the United States.
Key facts about American Muslim Community Foundation
- EIN
- 81-2936073
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,992,671
- Grants made (2024)
- 146
- Average grant
- $20,498
- Median grant
- $10,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 56% first-time grantees (82 of 146, 2024)
- Total assets
- $7,743,926
- Primary geography
- California (33% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- AMCF does not accept or respond to unsolicited grant proposals, inquiries, or letters of intent. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who American Muslim Community Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for American Muslim Community Foundation's 146 itemized 2024 grants were California (33%), Illinois (14%) and Texas (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were San Jose, CA (6 grants), Santa Clara, CA (4 grants), Washington, DC (4 grants) and Irving, TX (4 grants). 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Is American Muslim Community Foundation open to new grantees?
56%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 82 of 146 grantees (56%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $15K; repeat grants $27K. How we count
Medians: $9K first-time, $17K repeat.
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$7.7M
-25.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.0M
+115.7% YoY
Grant Count
146
+78.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$20K
+21.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Cultivating donor giving and diversifying funding to advance charitable causes.
Vision: Leading sustainable & strategic Muslim philanthropy for today and future generations.
Core Values: Sacred, Strategic, Sustainable, Collaborative, Diverse, Inclusive, Integrity
AMCF supports nonprofits working in social basic needs, racial justice, and health equity initiatives. The organization makes grants to U.S. tax-exempt charities for general philanthropy (Sadaqah), religiously mandated almsgiving (Zakat), and community betterment through pooled funding mechanisms. Supported organizations have included hospitals, relief organizations, museums, food banks, and educational institutions.
Grantmaking
AMCF distributes grants through multiple mechanisms:
How to Apply
** AMCF does not accept or respond to unsolicited grant proposals, inquiries, or letters of intent. The organization works directly with donors through its DAF and giving circle mechanisms.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
AMCF funds organizations exclusively within the United States. The foundation does not fund organizations outside of the United States.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 146 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2023 Financial Data:
- Total Revenue: $9,419,786
- Total Expenses: $3,901,537
- Total Assets: $10,420,920
- Total Liabilities: $1,960,000
Assets Under Management:
- $7,000,000 in assets under management
- 20 nonprofit endowments hosted
Workforce: 10 employees (as of latest data), with 67% based in the United States, 8% in Canada, and 8% in the Philippines. Staff includes directors (33%), management (25%), and specialists (25%) across departments including marketing, research, design, and finance.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $7,743,926 | $10,420,920 | $2,965,965 |
| Revenue | $6,227,208 | $9,419,786 | $1,871,760 |
| Expenses | $7,739,073 | $3,901,537 | $2,902,661 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $18,566 | $570,192 | $-16,888 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
495 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include The Oasis Initiative ($174,335), Daffy Charitable Fund ($87,301), Islamic Relief USA ($86,043).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| THE OASIS INITIATIVE Northbrook, IL | GENERAL PHILANTHROPY | $174,335 |
| DAFFY CHARITABLE FUND Los Altos, CA | GENERAL PHILANTHROPY | $87,301 |
| ISLAMIC RELIEF USA Alexandria, VA | GENERAL PHILANTHROPY | $86,043 |
| NORTH AMERICAN ISLAMIC SHELTER FOR Palo Alto, CA | GENERAL PHILANTHROPY | $82,700 |
| ICNA RELIEF New Hyde Park, NY | GENERAL PHILANTHROPY | $80,260 |
| HELPING HAND FOR RELIEF AND Southfield, MI | GENERAL PHILANTHROPY | $77,380 |
| MEDINA ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | GENERAL PHILANTHROPY | $77,000 |
| AGHOSH USA Freehold, NJ | GENERAL PHILANTHROPY | $75,285 |
| INDIAN MUSLIM RELIEF AND CHARITIES Mountain View, CA | GENERAL PHILANTHROPY | $65,605 |
| SUPPORT FOR EDUCATIONAL AND Garland, TX | GENERAL PHILANTHROPY | $65,540 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Muhi Khwaja - Co-Founder and Chief Development Officer
Shazeen Mufti - Executive Director
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omar Hassan | President | 10 | — |
| Dahlia Eltoumi | Vice President | 10 | — |
| Fareed Farukhi | Treasurer | 10 | — |
| Amna Khan-Mirza | Board Member | 5 | — |
| Nawal Ali | Secretary | 5 | — |
| Nabil Rehman | Board Member | 5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
AMCF has launched the **Azm Global Leadership (AGL) Fellowship**, a program to develop grassroots Muslim community leaders across the United States.
Introducing the Azm Global Leadership (AGL) FellowshipThe organization published content on strategic giving planning for year-end donations and tax benefits, and continues to promote giving initiatives during significant periods such as Ramadan, emphasizing both Zakat and Sadaqah giving opportunities.
Beyond Zakat: The Sadaqah Opportunity This RamadanAMCF maintains transparency through regular publication of IRS Form 990 filings and audited financial reports, with 2023 filings completed and 2024 filings in progress.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does American Muslim Community Foundation fund?
**Mission:** Cultivating donor giving and diversifying funding to advance charitable causes. **Vision:** Leading sustainable & strategic Muslim philanthropy for today and future generations. **Core Values:** Sacred, Strategic, Sustainable, Collaborative, Diverse, Inclusive, Integrity AMCF supports nonprofits working in social basic needs, racial justice, and health equity initiatives. The organization makes grants to U.S. tax-exempt charities for general philanthropy (Sadaqah), religiously mand…
How do I apply for a grant from American Muslim Community Foundation?
AMCF does not accept or respond to unsolicited grant proposals, inquiries, or letters of intent. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does American Muslim Community Foundation make grants?
AMCF funds organizations exclusively within the United States. The foundation does not fund organizations outside of the United States.
What size grants does American Muslim Community Foundation award?
In 2024, American Muslim Community Foundation awarded 146 grants totaling $3.0M — an average of about $20K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is American Muslim Community Foundation's EIN?
American Muslim Community Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-2936073. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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