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The Bill and Ann Ziff Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, engaging with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $41.5K across 36 grantees, primarily focusing on New York, California, and Missouri. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

Metropolitan Opera Association Inc
$26.5M
69%
LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC
$2.9M
8%

MUSEUM ASSOCIATES
$2.1M
5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION?
No. THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION give?
THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, California, and Missouri. 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 BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $42 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include Metropolitan Opera Association Inc, LINCOLN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC, and MUSEUM ASSOCIATES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION?
THE BILL AND ANN ZIFF FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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