Zayas Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Zayas Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,839 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,349 and the largest $3,500. 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$11,839
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,349
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$398,746
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $22,712 the year before.
40% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.2 million | 14 | $951,242 |
| 2023 | $817,805 | 9 | $419,325 |
| 2024 | $22,712 | 13 | $408,511 |
| 2025 | $11,839 | 8 | $398,746 |
How to apply
Zayas 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 Zayas Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia. It also paid $6,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,210 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $698 |
| New York | 1 | $209 |
| Virginia | 1 | $106 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Punto Cometa Charity | Housing for foster kids, health care and job training | $3,500 |
| Individual | Feed children | $2,500 |
| Akbar Pray Foundation for Change | Criminal justice reform group | $2,000 |
| Individual | Empowering youth | $2,000 |
| Children International | Health | $698 |
| World Central Kitchen Charity | Feedin gpeople globally | $210 |
| MJR Love Charity | Empowering youth | $209 |
| Individual | Food, housing for afghan families relocated into us | $106 |
Officers and trustees
- Allison Zayas
- Alesha Kenny
- Ricardo Zayas
Questions people ask
Does Zayas Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zayas Foundation Inc give?
$11,839 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,349.
Who runs Zayas Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Allison Zayas (President), Alesha Kenny (Secretary) and Ricardo Zayas (Treasurer).
What does Zayas Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, international and health.