The Guzik Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Guzik Foundation is a private foundation in Mountain View, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.6 million in 25 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $1.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.6 million
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$89.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.8 million the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.8 million | 23 | $79.2 million |
| 2024 | $3.6 million | 25 | $89.9 million |
How to apply
The Guzik Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Guzik Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California. It also paid $400,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 18 | $2.6 million |
| New York | 4 | $485,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,663 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UCSF | Spine center for new medical equipment.donation was of $250,000 cash and 6,175 shs of alphabet (average high/low used to determine fmv) | $1.3 million |
| Palo Alto Medical Foundation | New medical equipment | $1.0 million |
| Americans for Ben-Gurion University | Education | $400,000 |
| Technion University in Israel | Biology or medical related projects | $400,000 |
| Bhutan Foundation (Yang Ya Foundation) | To serve the people of bhutan | $100,000 |
| Bayer Ballet Academy | Performing arts | $50,000 |
| Chabad House of California | Jewish education - music & arts | $50,000 |
| The New School (Mannes School of Music) | Education | $50,000 |
| San Francisco Symphony | Performing arts | $40,000 |
| Achievekids | Education - helping kids with developmental and mental challenges | $30,000 |
| Chamber Music San Francisco | Performing arts | $25,000 |
| Individual | Tuition paid to boston conservatory at berklee pre-approved by irs under section 4945(g)(1) | $20,663 |
| Joseph Brodsky Memorial Fellowship Fund | Education | $20,000 |
| Theater Games Productions | Performing arts | $20,000 |
| Svoimi Slovami Cultural Center | Education | $20,000 |
| Harlem Academy | Education- nonprofit accredited school in ny city for grades k-8 | $15,000 |
| San Francisco Ballet | Performing arts | $15,000 |
| Chabad of San Jose | Jewish education | $10,000 |
| Computer History Museum | Education - history | $10,000 |
| The Rohr Chabad Student Center (Fka Chabad Jewish Student Center) | Jewish education and peoplehood | $10,000 |
| Chabad of San Francisco | Jewish education | $5,000 |
| Chabad of Greater South Bay | Jewish education | $5,000 |
| Russian Jewish Community SF | Education - jewish immigrant support | $5,000 |
| The CHP 11-99 Foundation | Education | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Palo Alto Children's Theater | Performing arts | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nahum Guzik
- Kira Makagon
- Baomai Truong
Questions people ask
Does The Guzik Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Guzik Foundation give?
$3.6 million in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Guzik Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nahum Guzik (President), Kira Makagon (Secretary) and Baomai Truong (Chief Financial Officer).
What does The Guzik Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.