ZG Foundation
Preselected recipients only
ZG Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $36,000. 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$92,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,000 the year before.
57% 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 | $26,000 | 3 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 5 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $92,000 | 7 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
ZG 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 ZG Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $82,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Space for Humanity | General & Unrestricted | $36,000 |
| Jewish Family Service of Colorado Inc | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Council on Technology & Society | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Jewish Center-Chabad of Northwest Metro Denver Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jewish Life Center | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Youth on Record | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hope Ignites Colorado | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alex Sasha Shtern
Questions people ask
Does ZG Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does ZG Foundation give?
$92,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs ZG Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alex Sasha Shtern (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does ZG Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.