Zahren Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zahren Family Foundation is a private foundation in Katonah, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $14,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$14,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $126,000 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $126,000 | 4 | $14,764 |
| 2024 | $14,000 | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
Zahren Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $7,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Grow | Donation for charitable organization. | $5,000 |
| Feeding Westchester | donation for charitable use. | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics of CT | Contribution to charitable organization. | $2,000 |
| Natural Resource Defense Council | Contribution to charitable and educational organization. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Z Calves
- Bernard J Zahren
- Amy Hannula
- Lisa Zahren
Questions people ask
Does Zahren Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zahren Family Foundation give?
$14,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Zahren Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ellen Z Calves (Managing Trustee), Bernard J Zahren (Founding Trustee), Amy Hannula (Trustee) and Lisa Zahren (Trustee).