The Zaffaroni Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Zaffaroni Foundation is a private foundation in Menlo Park, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$16,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was down from $285,000 the year before.
75% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $180,000 | 4 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $285,000 | 3 | $5.0 million |
| 2025 | $16,000 | 4 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
The Zaffaroni 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $4,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Research in dermatology | $10,000 |
| Ashland Parks Foundation | Gift in support of Forestry trail and open space | $2,000 |
| From Hiroshima to Hope | Gift of support of program | $2,000 |
| Peace House | Gift in support of the empty bowls benifit | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lida Zaffaroni
- Dr Alejandro A Zaffaroni
- Leah Zaffaroni
Questions people ask
Does The Zaffaroni Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zaffaroni Foundation give?
$16,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Zaffaroni Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lida Zaffaroni (Director), Dr Alejandro A Zaffaroni (Director) and Leah Zaffaroni (Director).