Rose & Isadore Zeman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rose & Isadore Zeman Foundation is a private foundation in Florham Park, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,500 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $2,500. 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$18,500
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$381,723
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,600 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $19,950 | 24 | $346,444 |
| 2024 | $15,600 | 24 | $367,416 |
| 2025 | $18,500 | 22 | $381,723 |
How to apply
Rose & Isadore Zeman 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 Rose & Isadore Zeman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 10 | $7,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $3,000 |
| New York | 3 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,500 |
| California | 2 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brandeis University | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Jeffrey Berger Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Hannah Peretsman Breene Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Hillel Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| The Zeman School | Unrestricted | $1,400 |
| Cong Agudath Israel | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Am Friends of Magen David | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Taglit-Birthright Israel | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Jewish War Veterans | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Lions Club International | Unrestricted | $500 |
| The Arc | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Ujametrowest | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Deborah Hospital | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Spectrum 360 | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Rachel Coalition | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Alzheimers Association | Unrestricted | $500 |
| City of Hope | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Central Fund of Israel | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Cong Oheb Shalom | Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Allyson D Speier
- Michelle E Zeman
- Howard Feiwus
- Bruce S Speier
Questions people ask
Does Rose & Isadore Zeman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rose & Isadore Zeman Foundation give?
$18,500 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Rose & Isadore Zeman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allyson D Speier (President), Michelle E Zeman (Vice Pres/Se), Howard Feiwus (Trustee) and Bruce S Speier (Trustee).
What does Rose & Isadore Zeman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.