ISRB Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
ISRB Fund Inc is a private foundation in Fairfield, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $490,995 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,941 and the largest $280,500. 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$490,995
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,941
- Largest grant$280,500
- Assets$13.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $402,658 the year before.
50% 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 | $374,062 | 16 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $402,658 | 22 | $10.7 million |
| 2025 | $490,995 | 12 | $13.6 million |
How to apply
ISRB Fund Inc 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 ISRB Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Nevada. It also paid $280,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 4 | $62,671 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $12,504 |
| California | 2 | $10,900 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,420 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $280,500 |
| Individual | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $100,000 |
| Harlem Educational Activities Fund | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $32,500 |
| GiveDirectly | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $12,529 |
| Individual | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $12,504 |
| Propublica | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $11,462 |
| Strongminds | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $10,420 |
| More Perfect Union Foundation | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $10,000 |
| American Film Institute | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $10,000 |
| Individual | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $6,180 |
| AllArtWorks Foundation | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $4,000 |
| GoFundMe | Exclusively charitable, religious, educational, literary and scientific purposes | $900 |
Officers and trustees
- Fareed Zakaria
- Andrew Berman
Questions people ask
Does ISRB Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does ISRB Fund Inc give?
$490,995 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,941.
Who runs ISRB Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Fareed Zakaria (Pres & Director) and Andrew Berman (Treas & Directo).
What does ISRB Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.