Nitzan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nitzan Foundation is a private foundation in Creve Coeur, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $545,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $45,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$545,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$45,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$155,229
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $100,000 | 1 | $7,673 |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 1 | $5,666 |
| 2025 | $545,000 | 12 | $155,229 |
How to apply
Nitzan 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 Nitzan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $405,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Family Service | 2025 spring gala match | $100,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Resilience center:research and development unit | $66,800 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Shaharit | $60,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Cspc organizational sustainability | $50,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Young adults driving growth in the war-torn israeli periphery | $50,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Jindas | $50,000 |
| Jewish Federation of San Diego County | 2025 gift | $40,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Yedidut toronto: live the pain-healing wounded reservists | $35,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Yemin orde youth village:therapeutic care program | $32,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Leket (challenge grant 1:1) | $29,200 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Osei chayil (challenge grant 1:1) | $22,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Yad eliezer/b'ezri program for reservists | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carl A Bianco
- Joann Bianco
- Lucia Pruzan
- Allan Steele
- William Berkovitz
Questions people ask
Does Nitzan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nitzan Foundation give?
$545,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $45,000.
Who runs Nitzan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carl A Bianco (President), Joann Bianco (Secretary), Lucia Pruzan (Director) and Allan Steele (Assistant Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Nitzan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.