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The Elias & Sultana Foundation

E&S Foundation will provide financial assistance primarily within our 3 core programmatic areas

The Elias & Sultana Foundation was created out of a deep commitment to give back. Founded by Mohammad Elias and Rebeka Sultana, E&S reflects their shared belief that access to food, shelter and education should never be out of reach. Their own journey—from humble beginnings in Bangladesh to building a life rooted in opportunity and service—inspired them to help others do the same.

What began as a personal commitment to charitable giving has grown into a formal effort to support community-based organizations making a direct impact.

Today, E&S provides financial grants to programs that feed the hungry, support housing for those experiencing instability and open educational pathways for underserved students and professionals.

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Elias and Sultana Foundation founder presenting a grant to St. Cloud University

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide financial grants that empower underrepresented communities with access to nutritious food, educational resources and housing assistance, ensuring individuals and families have the support they need to build a better tomorrow.

The RELI Group team standing in front of donations for local organizations

Vision Statement

Our vision at the Elias and Sultana Foundation is a world where all people, regardless of race, religion or socioeconomic status, have meaningful access to basic human necessities, leading to a brighter and more united future.

Our Team

Mohammad Elias

Co-Founder, Elias and Sultana Foundation | CEO, RELI Group, Inc.

Mohammad Elias is the Co-Founder of the Elias & Sultana Foundation and Founder and CEO of RELI Group, Inc., a mission-focused government contractor dedicated to advancing the health, safety and security of the American public. Under his leadership, RELI has become a trusted partner to federal agencies, earning national recognition as a five-time Inc.5000 honoree and has received numerous industry accolades for its innovation, growth and commitment to public service.

Born in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Mohammad immigrated to the U.S. in 1994 and earned his MBA from Drake University. In 2020, he and his wife, Rebeka Sultana, launched the Foundation to expand access to food, shelter and education for underserved communities worldwide.
Rebeka Sultana

Co-Founder & President, Elias and Sultana Foundation

Rebeka Sultana is the President and Co-Founder of the Elias & Sultana Foundation. She began her educational journey in Bangladesh, earning her Bachelor’s degree before embarking on a new chapter in the U.S. where she studied at Baltimore City Community College before pausing to focus on her family. Years later, she rekindled her academic aspirations and earned her Associate Degree from Collin College in Texas, marking a major milestone in her journey. Rebeka co-founded RELI Group Inc. with her husband, Mohammad Elias, and currently serves as a senior executive, focusing on employee satisfaction for over 500 employees across the U.S.

As President of the Elias & Sultana Foundation, she leads efforts to empower individuals, families and communities, creating lasting positive change. Alongside her husband, she aims to leave a charitable legacy for their two children to continue for generations.
David Folsom

Board Member

David Folsom is a board member for the Elias & Sultana Foundation. He is a retired IT executive with over 40 years of senior-level experience with many prominent American & multinational corporations. Mr. Folsom started his career in 1969 after receiving his mathematics & chemistry degree from St. Cloud State University in Minnesota. He eventually worked his way up to becoming Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with Control Data Corporation (CDC) and eventually joined Unilever to become Vice President of IT infrastructure in 2000. Even after his retirement in 2004, Mr. Folsom has continued to consult with prominent corporations like United Healthcare and nonprofit organizations like the St. Cloud State University Foundation. A proud member of Lions Club International for over 30 years, Mr. Folsom has been committed to the mission and vision of the Elias & Sultana Foundation since its inception.