Eric & Jessica Zachs Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eric & Jessica Zachs Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $118,400 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$118,400
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $140,030 the year before.
43% 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 | $91,000 | 3 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $140,030 | 10 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $118,400 | 7 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Eric & Jessica Zachs Family 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 Eric & Jessica Zachs Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 5 | $63,400 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clark Atlanta Universityi | General Use | $50,000 |
| Connecticut Children's Medical Cent | General use | $23,000 |
| Jewish Community FoundationInc | Global Center for GSD | $20,000 |
| Hartford Hospital | Nurse Education and Research Fund | $10,000 |
| Voice of Hope | General Use | $5,400 |
| Breakthrough T1D | General Use | $5,000 |
| Waterbury Promise Inc | General Use | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Zachs
- Jessica Zachs
- Russ Bernard
Questions people ask
Does Eric & Jessica Zachs Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eric & Jessica Zachs Family Foundation give?
$118,400 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Eric & Jessica Zachs Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Eric Zachs (President), Jessica Zachs (V.President/Sec) and Russ Bernard (Director).
What does Eric & Jessica Zachs Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.