Andrew D Zacks Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Andrew D Zacks Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,970 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$28,970
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$239,273
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,500 the year before.
45% 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 | $13,500 | 12 | $193,789 |
| 2024 | $17,500 | 12 | $219,097 |
| 2025 | $28,970 | 20 | $239,273 |
How to apply
Andrew D Zacks 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 Andrew D Zacks Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 13 | $17,970 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Intl | charitable | $5,000 |
| Animal Medical Center | charitable | $3,000 |
| American Folk Art Museum | charitable | $2,500 |
| Jose Limon Dance Foundation | charitable | $2,470 |
| Realize Impact | charitable for Up to Now Collective | $2,000 |
| Trops Foundation | charitable | $2,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Network | charitable for pangolins and painted dogs | $1,000 |
| David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust USA | charitable | $1,000 |
| Chapel and York US Foundation Inc | charitable - 1000 for Ol Pejeta | $1,000 |
| Treatment Action Group | charitable | $1,000 |
| American Council on Germany | charitable | $1,000 |
| North Shore Animal League | charitable | $1,000 |
| Queens College Foundation | charitable for the Aaron Copland School of Music | $1,000 |
| Clarewood House Charitable Trust | charitable | $1,000 |
| Video Volunteers | charitable | $1,000 |
| Mount Sinai GHEPI | charitable | $1,000 |
| Friends of Bonobos Lola ya Bonobo | charitable | $500 |
| ASPCA | charitable | $500 |
| Humane Society | charitable | $500 |
| Best Friends Animal Society in NY | charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Zacks
- Wayne Cutler
Questions people ask
Does Andrew D Zacks Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Andrew D Zacks Foundation give?
$28,970 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Andrew D Zacks Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew Zacks (President) and Wayne Cutler (Treasurer).
What does Andrew D Zacks Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, arts and culture and environment and conservation.