The Z S & M Wilf Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Z S & M Wilf Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Short Hills, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.6 million in 66 grants; the typical grant was $19,000 and the largest $1.6 million. 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$5.6 million
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$19,000
- Largest grant$1.6 million
- Assets$175 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was down from $9.2 million the year before.
23% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12.0 million | 85 | $148 million |
| 2024 | $9.2 million | 75 | $165 million |
| 2025 | $5.6 million | 66 | $175 million |
How to apply
The Z S & M Wilf Foundation 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 The Z S & M Wilf Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 22 | $3.3 million |
| New Jersey | 25 | $1.5 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $250,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $193,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $147,000 |
| California | 1 | $75,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 4 | $28,800 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshiva University | General operating support | $1.6 million |
| Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center | Program support | $1.0 million |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Jewish Museum | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Secure Community Network Inc | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Clal-The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership Inc | General operating support | $160,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Football League | Program support | $100,000 |
| Pga Tour First Tee Foundation Inc | Program support | $100,000 |
| American Israel Education Foundation Inc | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Reut USA | Tikkun olam makers support | $75,000 |
| Sixpoint Inc | Program support | $75,000 |
| Congregation Etz Chaim | General operating support | $68,150 |
| Princeton University | General operating support | $60,000 |
| Connecticut Public Broadcasting | Program support | $50,000 |
| Henry Street Settlement | To support the youth opportunity hub | $50,000 |
| Hillel International | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Jewish Museum | To support purim ball | $50,000 |
| Jta-Mjl New Corp | General operating support | $50,000 |
| UJA Federation of New York | Program support | $50,000 |
| Visual Arts Center of NJ | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Jewish Family Service of Central New Jersey | Memorial funds | $40,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee | General operating support | $36,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General operating support | $36,000 |
| Prizmah Center for Jewish Day Schools | Capacity building support | $36,000 |
| Rutgers Hillel | Program support | $36,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Program support | $25,000 |
| Conference of Presidents of Major Jewish Organizations | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Council on Foreign Relations | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federations of North America | Jppi support | $25,000 |
| Jewish News Service Inc | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Limmud Fsu International Foundation | General operating support | $25,000 |
| New York University School of Law | To support the weinfeld law fund | $25,000 |
| Ncsy - National Conference of Synagogue Youth Orthodox Union | Program support | $20,000 |
| Newark Academy | General operating support | $18,000 |
| The Israel Bridge | To support the college access program | $18,000 |
| Bris Avrohom Center | General operating support | $15,000 |
| JCC of Central NJ | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Ym-Ywha of Union County Inc | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Congregation Etz Chaim | Program support | $12,500 |
| Minneapolis Jewish Federation | General operating support | $12,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Zygmunt Wilf
- Mark Wilf
- Elizabeth Wilf
- Leonard Wilf
- Elana Wilf Tanzman
- Jason Wilf
- Jonathan Wilf
- Steven Wilf
- Stephanie Wilf
- Rachel S Wilf
- Daniel Wilf
Questions people ask
Does The Z S & M Wilf Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Z S & M Wilf Foundation Inc give?
$5.6 million in tax year 2025, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $19,000.
Who runs The Z S & M Wilf Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Zygmunt Wilf (President, Treasurer & Trustee), Mark Wilf (Vice President, Secretary & Trustee), Elizabeth Wilf (Trustee) and Leonard Wilf (Trustee) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does The Z S & M Wilf Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.