The Zukerman Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Zukerman Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $12,500. 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$42,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $46,250 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $51,250 | 6 | $961,988 |
| 2024 | $46,250 | 8 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $42,500 | 7 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Zukerman Charitable Trust 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 Zukerman Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for International Security and Cooperation | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| American Friends of Cambridge University | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Episcopal School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Spence School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Buckley School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Brearly School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Collegiate School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Morris E Zukerman
- Karen D Zukerman
Questions people ask
Does The Zukerman Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zukerman Charitable Trust give?
$42,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Zukerman Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Morris E Zukerman (Investment Trustee) and Karen D Zukerman (Trustee).
What does The Zukerman Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.