MZL 40 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
MZL 40 Foundation is a private foundation in Cedarhurst, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $48,210 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $18,172. 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$48,210
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$18,172
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was down from $60,218 the year before.
39% 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 | $43,168 | 30 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $60,218 | 49 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $48,210 | 33 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
MZL 40 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 MZL 40 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 26 | $38,160 |
| California | 2 | $6,800 |
| Florida | 3 | $1,250 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chabad of the Five Towns | General support | $18,172 |
| Friends of Chabad of Hebron | General support | $5,000 |
| Jewish Learning Institute | General support | $5,000 |
| Associated Beth Rivka Schools | General support | $1,800 |
| American Friends of Biala Institutions | General support | $1,800 |
| Ncfje | General support | $1,800 |
| Keren or | General support | $1,500 |
| The Marion and Aaron Gural JCC | General support | $1,200 |
| Emunah of America | General support | $1,180 |
| American Friends of Ateret Cohanim | General support | $1,000 |
| Ascent Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Kulanu | General support | $1,000 |
| Crown Heights Community Council | General support | $1,000 |
| Keren Miriam | General support | $1,000 |
| One People Project | General support | $1,000 |
| Young Israel of Deerfield Beach | General support | $570 |
| Chabad Jewish Center of Fort Greene | General support | $500 |
| Hatzalah of South Florida | General support | $500 |
| Shalom & Pessy Jacobs Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Bikur Cholim of Far Rockaway & Five Towns | General support | $360 |
| Chesed L'avraham | General support | $250 |
| Hatzalah of the Rockaways & Nassau County | General support | $250 |
| Bikur Cholim of Manhattan | General support | $180 |
| Chabad at Ucf | General support | $180 |
| Jep Li | General support | $180 |
| Just One Life | General support | $180 |
| One Israel Fund | General support | $180 |
| Project Extreme - Miryam's House | General support | $180 |
| Ydt Special Fund | General support | $180 |
| Chai Lifeline | General support | $150 |
| Flatbush Satmar Bikur Cholim | General support | $150 |
| Mosdos Botoshan | General support | $150 |
| Aid L'shalom | General support | $118 |
Officers and trustees
- Myrna Zisman
- David Portal
Questions people ask
Does MZL 40 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does MZL 40 Foundation give?
$48,210 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs MZL 40 Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Myrna Zisman (Trustee) and David Portal (Trustee).
What does MZL 40 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.