Zucker Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zucker Family Foundation is a private foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $312,600 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $52,100 and the largest $52,100. 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$312,600
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$52,100
- Largest grant$52,100
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $286,700 the year before.
0% 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 | $87,325 | 6 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $286,700 | 7 | $6.4 million |
| 2025 | $312,600 | 7 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Zucker 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.
What Zucker Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 4 | $182,350 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $52,100 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $52,100 |
| Georgia | 1 | $26,050 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Leadership Institute | Education | $52,100 |
| George Mason Univ Mercatus Center | Education | $52,100 |
| Institute for Humane Studies | Education | $52,100 |
| Fund for American Studies | Education | $52,100 |
| The Jesse Helms Center Foundation | Education | $52,100 |
| Students for Liberty | Education | $26,050 |
| Foundation for Economic Education | Education | $26,050 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert L Zucker Jr
- David C Zucker
Questions people ask
Does Zucker Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zucker Family Foundation give?
$312,600 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $52,100.
Who runs Zucker Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert L Zucker Jr (President) and David C Zucker (Treasurer).
What does Zucker Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.