Zidell Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Zidell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $239,650 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $51,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$239,650
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$51,500
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was down from $326,000 the year before.
19% 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 | $326,000 | 21 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $239,650 | 16 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jay Zidell 2020 SW 4th Avenue Suite 600, Portland, OR 97201 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (503) 228-8961 |
| What to submit | Application should be in writing and the use of the funds should be stated |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Zidell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 16 | $239,650 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Art Museum | Piano:push:play & oam capital campaign pledge | $51,500 |
| Literary Arts | Portland book festival | $25,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | 2024 hoperaiser matching challenge incentive | $25,000 |
| Patricia Reser Center for the Arts | 2024 operational support | $20,000 |
| B'nai Brith Camp | Zidell field house | $18,000 |
| End of Life Choices Oregon | 2024 general operating support | $15,000 |
| Profile Theatre | Portland youth of color play | $15,000 |
| Lift Urban Portland Pantry | Gray's landing sponsorship 2024 | $10,000 |
| Oregon Music Hall of Fame | Aaron meyer school of music 2024 support | $10,000 |
| Rose Haven | Advocacy and mental health program | $10,000 |
| Store to Door | 2024 general operations | $10,000 |
| Beloved Builders | General operations | $9,650 |
| Metropolitan Youth Symphony | Bienestar beginning strings 2024 program | $8,000 |
| All Classical Portland | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Gathermakeshelter | 2024 operational support | $5,000 |
| Chehalem Cultural Center | 2024 general operations | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay Zidell
- Matthew French
- Charlene Zidell
Questions people ask
Does Zidell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Zidell Family Foundation give?
$239,650 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Zidell Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jay Zidell (Director), Matthew French (Director) and Charlene Zidell (Director).
What does Zidell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.