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The Zegar Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has paid a total of $27 million in grants to 174 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; funding is awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities may explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
NEW YORK, NY
$15.3M
11%
RF CATALYTIC CAPITAL INC
New York, NY
$6.7M
5%

THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
ARLINGTON, VA
$6.3M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
105
Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$100K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, California, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 110 grants, totaling nearly $27 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 170 grantees. Recent grantees include NEW YORK UNIVERSITY, RF CATALYTIC CAPITAL INC, and THE NATURE CONSERVANCY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE ZEGAR FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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