The Zankel Scala Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Zankel Scala Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $701,005 in 48 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$701,005
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$15.7 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $695,500 the year before.
37% 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 | $695,500 | 52 | $15.1 million |
| 2024 | $701,005 | 48 | $15.7 million |
How to apply
The Zankel Scala 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 The Zankel Scala Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 32 | $568,005 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $29,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $21,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $8,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Anns School | Annual fund and saint ann's 20/20 campaign | $200,000 |
| Skidmore College | Zankel Experience Network (ZEN), Zankel Family Scholarship Fund, Skidmore Scholarship Fund, Endowed Residency in Performing Arts, and Arthur Zankel Music Center | $200,000 |
| Whyhunger Inc | Zankel music fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | $45,000 |
| Charlottesville Area Community Foundation | Soulshine Concert Fund | $25,000 |
| St Ann's Warehouse | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Bethel Woods Center for the Arts Inc | Zankel music fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | $15,000 |
| Jewish Community Centers of Chicago | Zankel music fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | $15,000 |
| The Divided Sky Foundation Corporation | Zankel music fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | $15,000 |
| We Are Moving the Needle Inc | Zankel music fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | $15,000 |
| Circusense | Zankel music fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | $10,000 |
| Head Count Inc | Zankel music fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | $10,000 |
| Mann Center for the Performing Arts | Zankel music fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | $10,000 |
| Skidmore College | Zankel music fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | $10,000 |
| Slappy and Mondays Foundation Forlaughter | Zankel music fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | $10,000 |
| Abortion Care Network | Keep Our Clinics Program | $8,000 |
| Abortion Care Network | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Brigid Alliance Inc | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| National Womens Health Network Inc | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Womens Reproductive Rights Assistance Project Wrra | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Gods Love We Deliver Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Troy Andrews Foundation | The Zankel Music Fund is bestowing a "Sharing in the Groove" - support of "Culturing Experiences" | $5,000 |
| We Are Moving the Needle Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lifeworks Community Action Inc | Latino Advocacy Program | $3,390 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Greater ny metro chapter | $2,500 |
| Bridge Fund of New York Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Brooklyn Academy of Music Inc | Zankel Music Fund - "Sharing In The Groove" & "MacBeth In Stride" | $2,500 |
| Campaign Legal Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Committee to Protect Journalists Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Neighborhood Housing Services of New York City Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Opensecrets | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Pro Publica Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Rising Tide Capital Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Catholic Charities of Diocese of Albany | General & Unrestricted | $1,695 |
| Domestic Violence & Rape Crisis Servies of Saratog | General & Unrestricted | $1,695 |
| Franklin Community Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,695 |
| Habitat for Humanity International Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,695 |
| Salvation Army | General & Unrestricted | $1,695 |
| Saratoga Center for the Family | General & Unrestricted | $1,695 |
| Shelters of Saratoga Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,695 |
| Fordham University | The Zankel Music Fund - "Sharin' In The Groove" - program support of NY Slice | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Pia Scala-Zankel
- James D Zankel
Questions people ask
Does The Zankel Scala Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zankel Scala Family Foundation give?
$701,005 in tax year 2024, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Zankel Scala Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Pia Scala-Zankel (Co- Pres, Dir, Sec) and James D Zankel (Co- Pres, Dir, Treas).
What does The Zankel Scala Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and community development.