The Zaban Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Zaban Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $638,300 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $166,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$638,300
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$166,000
- Assets$13.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $786,900 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $786,900 | 42 | $13.1 million |
| 2024 | $638,300 | 46 | $13.3 million |
How to apply
The Zaban 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 Zaban Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 41 | $606,800 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marcus Jewish Community Center | Annual gift | $166,000 |
| Marcus Jewish Community Center | Annual gift | $166,000 |
| Jewish Home Life Communities | Annual gift | $50,000 |
| Marcus Jewish Community Center | Annual gift | $30,000 |
| Marcus Jewish Community Center | Annual gift | $30,000 |
| Zaban Paradies Center | Annual gift | $20,000 |
| Jewish Family Career Services | Annual gift | $11,200 |
| American Red Cross | Annual gift | $10,000 |
| Atlanta Food Bank | Annual gift | $10,000 |
| California Fire Foundation | Annual gift | $10,000 |
| Jewish Interest Free Loan Fund of Atlanta | Annual gift | $10,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Annual gift | $7,500 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Annual gift | $7,500 |
| Jewish Edu Loan Fund | Annual gift | $7,500 |
| Atl Jewish Film Society | Annual gift | $5,500 |
| Birthright Israeli Foundation | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Creating Connected Communities | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Epstein School Foundation | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Midtown Assistance Center | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Sojourn | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| The Davis Academy | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Weinstein Hospice | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| The Weber School | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| The Breman Museum | Annual gift | $3,600 |
| Hillels of Georgia Inc | Annual gift | $3,500 |
| Robert W Woodfruff Arts Center Inc | Annual gift | $3,000 |
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta | Annual gift | $2,500 |
| Emory Brian Health Center | Annual gift | $2,500 |
| Georgia Aquarium | Annual gift | $2,500 |
| Our House | Annual gift | $2,500 |
| Robert W Woodfruff Arts Center Inc | Annual gift | $2,500 |
| Robert Woodruff Arts Center | Annual gift | $2,500 |
| Robert Woodruff Arts Center | Annual gift | $2,500 |
| Sheperd Center Inc | Annual gift | $2,500 |
| Friends of Israel Defense Force | Annual gift | $2,000 |
| Atlanta Botanical Garden | Annual gift | $1,500 |
| Camp Twin Lakes Inc | Annual gift | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Judy Zaban
- Stephen M Berman
- Carol Z Cooper
- Laura Z Dinerman
- Sara Z Franco
Questions people ask
Does The Zaban Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zaban Foundation Inc give?
$638,300 in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Zaban Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Judy Zaban (Chair Person/Treasurer), Stephen M Berman (Secretary), Carol Z Cooper (Director) and Laura Z Dinerman (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Zaban Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, community development and arts and culture.