Islamic Food & Nutrition Council of America
The Islamic Food & Nutrition Council of America (IFANCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Des Plaines, Illinois. Established in August 1984, IFANCA operates as a public charity dedicated to the Halal food industry. The organization conducts inspections, supervision, and consultations to help food companies adhere to Halal guidelines and maintains accreditation across multiple product categories including food, beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and textiles.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$132.1M
+12.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.2M
+132.8% YoY
Grant Count
48
+220.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$47K
-27.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
IFANCA was organized to promote the knowledge and advancement of Halal food—permissible to followers of Islam—and to promote community development projects. The organization's work extends beyond certification to include disseminating knowledge about Halal food and fostering community initiatives aligned with Islamic faith principles.
The organization's grant-making focuses on Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services, with primary activity in Illinois, Texas, and New York.
Grantmaking
IFANCA engages in grant-making activities with typical awards ranging from $200 to $1,000,000. In 2022, the organization reported total giving of $2,282,924. The organization has demonstrated commitment to global humanitarian causes, including a $3 million commitment to UNICEF's Global COVID-19 Response.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
IFANCA's grant-making priorities are concentrated in Illinois, Texas, and New York.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2022:
- Total Assets: $95.9 million
- Total Revenue: $10.7 million
- Total Expenses: $12.5 million
- Total Liabilities: $3.51 million
More recent data (2024):
- Total Assets: $132,133,751
- Total Giving: $2,282,924
The organization maintains a Four-Star rating from Charity Navigator with a 92% score, reflecting strong accountability and financial health practices including a fully independent board, effective oversight of financial statements, and transparent policy disclosures.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $132,133,751 | $117,553,972 | $95,859,890 |
| Revenue | $27,944,172 | $29,784,542 | $10,673,661 |
| Expenses | $14,425,699 | $11,733,764 | $12,474,629 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $7,891,352 | $9,100,526 | $-9,524,552 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
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
153 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Islamic Food & Nutrition Council of America
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Munir Chaudry | Director - President | 40 | $511,515 |
| Quadir Latifi | Director - GeneralManager | 40 | $337,757 |
| Mahmood A Baig | Director Vice President | 40 | $233,455 |
| Rashid A Chaudary | Director | 5 | $39,000 |
| Imam M R Mardini | Director | 4 | $29,633 |
| Imam Mahmoud Harmoush | Director | 5 | $25,250 |
| Mian N Riaz | Director | 3 | $16,983 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
IFANCA committed $3 million to UNICEF's Global COVID-19 Response, demonstrating the organization's engagement in international humanitarian efforts. The organization has been recognized for its multifaceted approach to food security and health equity, and has received recognition for excellence in Halal innovation, certification, and advocacy.
IFANCA Commits US$ 3 Million to UNICEF\u2019s Global COVID-19 Response -\Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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