Zusman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zusman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Beachwood, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $73,524 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $28,036. 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$73,524
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$28,036
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,896 the year before.
68% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,965 | 12 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $65,896 | 44 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $73,524 | 42 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Zusman 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 Zusman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio. It also paid $1,187 in 9 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 16 | $70,006 |
| New York | 7 | $1,143 |
| Florida | 6 | $865 |
| Maryland | 1 | $180 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $120 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $19 |
| California | 1 | $4 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Jewish Federation | Contribution | $28,036 |
| Columbus Torah Academy | Contribution | $20,000 |
| JDC | Contribution | $18,000 |
| Beachwood Kehilla | Contribution | $1,156 |
| Green Road Synagogue | Contribution | $800 |
| Torat Emet Synagogue | Contribution | $700 |
| Columbus Torah Academy | Contribution | $540 |
| Jacob Berman Community Center | Contribution | $482 |
| Ksher Bit Shel | Contribution | $369 |
| Af of Alyn Hospital | Contribution | $360 |
| Chabad | Contribution | $360 |
| Cleveland Jewish Federation | Contribution | $360 |
| The Club of Boca Pointe | Contribution | $360 |
| The Club of Boca Pointe | Contribution | $360 |
| Amit Purim | Contribution | $180 |
| University of Maryland Hillel | Contribution | $180 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind | Contribution | $155 |
| Torat Emet Synagogue | Contribution | $125 |
| Serious Fun | Contribution | $120 |
| Jewishnationalfund USA | Contribution | $100 |
| Beachwood Kehilla | Contribution | $100 |
| Cleveland Jewish Federation | Contribution | $100 |
| Amit Purim | Contribution | $95 |
| Jacob Berman Community Center | Contribution | $62 |
| Boca Raton Synagogue | Contribution | $52 |
| Paypal HDSH Ysrl R | Contribution | $46 |
| Chabad | Contribution | $36 |
| Leket Israel | Contribution | $36 |
| Boca Raton Synagogue | Contribution | $31 |
| Boca Raton Synagogue | Contribution | $31 |
| Boca Raton Synagogue | Contribution | $31 |
| Ahavas Shalom | Contribution | $25 |
| The Ne'eman Foundation USA | Contribution | $19 |
| Green Road Synagogue | Contribution | $18 |
| Hebrew Academy of Cleveland | Contribution | $18 |
| Beth Jacob Synagogue | Contribution | $18 |
| Leket Israel | Contribution | $18 |
| Amit Purim | Contribution | $12 |
| Beachwood Kehilla | Contribution | $10 |
| RDF Cte | Contribution | $10 |
Officers and trustees
- Stuart Cole
- Marilyn Cole
Questions people ask
Does Zusman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zusman Family Foundation give?
$73,524 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Zusman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stuart Cole (Trustee) and Marilyn Cole (Trustee).
What does Zusman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.