Zechut Avot Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zechut Avot Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $42,399 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $10,530. 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$42,399
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$10,530
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $33,121 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $90,776 | 1 | $70,892 |
| 2023 | $33,121 | 1 | $1,041 |
| 2024 | $42,399 | 21 | $0 |
How to apply
Zechut Avot 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 Zechut Avot Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 16 | $37,221 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $3,978 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Netivot Israel Congregation | Public charity | $10,530 |
| Moroccan Jewish Heritage Federation Inc | Public charity | $6,450 |
| Congregation Chesed L'avraham | Public charity | $2,000 |
| The Edmond J Safra Synagogue | Public charity | $2,000 |
| Yeshiva Shaare Torah | Public charity | $2,000 |
| Gesher Yehuda | Public charity | $1,800 |
| Keren Yom Tov | Public charity | $1,800 |
| Kipas Hadayunim of Rockland County Inc | Public charity | $1,800 |
| Mishkan Torah | Public charity | $1,800 |
| Be A Friend | Public charity | $1,800 |
| Ness 26 Inc | Public charity | $1,200 |
| Shuvi Nafshi Foundation | Public charity | $1,200 |
| Synagogue of Deal | Public charity | $1,100 |
| Congregation Ohel Yishak of Allenhurst | Public charity | $1,001 |
| Yde School | Public charity | $1,001 |
| Azrad Congregation | Public charity | $1,000 |
| Congregation Beth Yosef | Public charity | $1,000 |
| Hillel Yeshiva | Public charity | $1,000 |
| Mikdash Eliyahu | Public charity | $877 |
| Carmei Ha'ir | Public charity | $540 |
| Netsa'h Israel Inc | Public charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Issac Chetrit
- Elisabeth Chetrit
- Abraham Chetrit
- Jacob Chetrit
Questions people ask
Does Zechut Avot Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zechut Avot Foundation give?
$42,399 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs Zechut Avot Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Issac Chetrit (Co-President), Elisabeth Chetrit (Co-President), Abraham Chetrit (Treasurer) and Jacob Chetrit (Secretary).
What does Zechut Avot Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.