The Qazi Foundation
The Qazi Foundation is a private foundation based in Southfield, Michigan. It makes charitable gifts and grants to preselected organizations and, according to its 2023 filing, does not conduct direct charitable activities or programs.
The Qazi Foundation at a glance
In short: The Qazi Foundation gave $543K across 21 grants in 2023 (avg $26K), top state Michigan. 65% of 2023 grantees were new. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $543,195
- +101.1% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 21
- +61.5% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $25,866
- +24.5% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $8,667
- Total assets
- $2,639
- -94.8% vs 2022
- New grantees (estimate)
- 65% first-time grantees (11 of 17, 2023; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Michigan (44% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Qazi Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 4000 Town Center 2000, Southfield, MI 48075
Phone: (248) 386-0300
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Qazi Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was World of Islam Trust ($103K). Together the top 10 received $488K.
Organizations only. It also paid 4 individual scholarships ($31,195), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
59 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 45 grants of 59 (76%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2023 grant dollars were reported as 44% to recipients in Michigan, 18% to Washington, DC, 9% to Arizona, and 3% to New York. A further 23% was assigned to “?” in the filing data.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Qazi Foundation open to new grantees?
65%
first-time grantees, 2023
In 2023, 11 of 17 grantees (65%) were first-time recipients. With only 17 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $23K; repeat grants $44K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $29K repeat.
- 24% of 2023 grantees were also funded in 2022. Method
- Giving fell 21% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2023 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2023). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $270K (2022) to $892K (2021). In 2023 it made 21 grants totaling $543K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World of Islam Trust | Qur'anic Teachings | $103,038 |
| Atlantic Council of the US Inc Washington, DC | Promotes constructive leadership and engagement in international affairs based on the atlantic community's central role in meeting global challenges. | $100,000 |
| Iagd Rochester Hills, MI | Mosque Construction | $100,000 |
| Make a Wish Foundation Phoenix, AZ | Create Life-Changing Wishes for Children with Critical Illnesses | $50,000 |
| The Mayor's Residence Society Dearborn, MI | Restore the Residence of City of Detroit's Mayor | $50,000 |
| Zaman International Inkster, MI | Provide basic needs and enpowerment of marginalized women and children locally and internationally | $35,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Michigan Foundation Detroit, MI | Support pediatric research, education, community benefit programs, and other initiatives to improve the health of children in Michigan | $20,000 |
| 4 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $31,195 |
| Dynami Foundation Plymouth, MI | Further, Research, Treatment, and Prevention of Breast Cancer | $12,000 |
| Open Connections Newtown Square, PA | Sponsorship | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,639 | $522,329 | $570,009 | $543,195 | 21 | $543,195 | $1,188 |
| 2022 | $50,319 | $244,006 | $286,973 | $270,083 | 13 | $270,083 | $3,438 |
| 2021 | $81,286 | $974,902 | $899,197 | $891,812 | 15 | $891,812 | $837 |
| 2020 | $5,581 | $695,104 | $694,791 | $690,931 | 10 | — | $1,167 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Qazi Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No separate mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included support for Qur’anic teachings, mosque construction, international affairs, children’s health and wishes, breast cancer research and treatment, education, and community initiatives.
Among its 2023 grantees, Zaman International describes its mission as advancing the lives of marginalized women and children by helping them meet essential needs. Dynami Foundation describes its mission as breast cancer research, treatment, and prevention. Open Connections says it empowers people to create purposeful and fulfilling lives through programs that foster healthy connections with themselves, others, and learning. Asian Cine-Vision describes its work as producing an annual Asian American film festival, publishing and distributing Asian American media, and providing other services to filmmakers.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2023, the foundation reported 21 grants totaling $543,195. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $103,038, with a median of $8,667.
Notable grants included $103,038 to World of Islam Trust for Qur’anic teachings; $100,000 each to the Atlantic Council of the US for international affairs and IAGD for mosque construction; $50,000 each to Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Mayor’s Residence Society; and $35,000 to Zaman International. Other reported grants included $20,000 to Children’s Hospital of Michigan Foundation, $12,000 to Dynami Foundation, $10,000 to Open Connections, $7,500 to NED Scholars, and $5,000 to Asian Cine-Vision.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Mohammad Qazi as president, treasurer, and director; Farhat Qazi as director; and Anis Kahn as director.
The Qazi Foundation is led by Mohammad Qazi, President, Treasurer & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Mohammad Qazi
President, Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Anis Kahn
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Farhat Qazi
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Qazi Foundation
How much does The Qazi Foundation give each year?
The Qazi Foundation gave $543K across 21 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $270K across 13 grants.
What is The Qazi Foundation's typical grant size?
The Qazi Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $8,667, and its average grant was $25,866, across 21 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Qazi Foundation that year got $23K on average.
Where does The Qazi Foundation give grants?
The Qazi Foundation's top state is Michigan, with 44% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were District of Columbia (18%) and Arizona (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Detroit, MI (2 grants).
Does The Qazi Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 21 grants with a stated purpose on The Qazi Foundation's 2023 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Tuition" (4 grants).
Who are The Qazi Foundation's largest grantees?
The Qazi Foundation's largest 2023 grantees include World of Islam Trust ($103,038), Atlantic Council of the US Inc ($100,000) and Iagd ($100,000), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 4 individual scholarships ($31,195), which are not listed by name. Together they received 56% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
How large is The Qazi Foundation?
The Qazi Foundation reported $3K in total assets on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $543K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Qazi Foundation fund?
No separate mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included support for Qur’anic teachings, mosque construction, international affairs, children’s health and wishes, breast cancer research and treatment, education, and community initiatives. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Qazi Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Qazi Foundation's EIN?
The Qazi Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-2166479. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Does The Qazi Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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