RZ Foundation
Preselected recipients only
RZ Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $215,680 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,728 and the largest $69,823. 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$215,680
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,728
- Largest grant$69,823
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $190,417 the year before.
60% 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 | $182,196 | 10 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $190,417 | 13 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $215,680 | 10 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
RZ 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 RZ Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 6 | $83,857 |
| Florida | 1 | $69,823 |
| Maryland | 1 | $57,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tomorrow's Rainbow Inc | Unrestricted general | $69,823 |
| Jewish Social Services Agency | Unrestricted general | $57,000 |
| Staunton Montessori School Inc | Scholarships | $30,700 |
| Cat's Cradle of the Shenandoah Valley | Unrestricted general | $27,000 |
| Project Grows | Unrestricted general | $8,457 |
| Educational Theatre Co | Unrestricted general | $7,000 |
| Shenandoah National Park Trust | Unrestricted general | $5,700 |
| Fairfax County Park Foundation | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Air Force Academy | Unrestricted general | $3,000 |
| Songwriting With Soldiers | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Ruskin
- James H Maloney
- Campbell Maloney
- Diana R Black
- David Ruskin
Questions people ask
Does RZ Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RZ Foundation give?
$215,680 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,728.
Who runs RZ Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth Ruskin (President), James H Maloney (Treasurer/Sec), Campbell Maloney (Secretary) and Diana R Black (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does RZ Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.