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The Zankel Scala Family Foundation is a private corporation based in WILMINGTON, DE. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2022. The principal officer is Foundation Source. It holds total assets of $14.7M. Annual income is reported at $765K. Total assets have grown from $6M in 2020 to $14.7M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2021 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in New York. According to available records, The Zankel Scala Family Foundation has made 198 grants totaling $2.6M, with a median grant of $3K. Annual giving has grown from $555K in 2021 to $696K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $1.4M distributed across 110 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $200K, with an average award of $13K. The foundation has supported 76 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, District of Columbia, Florida, which account for 85% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 14 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$15K
Largest Grant
$106K
Based on 36 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
The Zankel Scala Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 198 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, DC, FL.
The Zankel Scala Family Foundation has distributed a total of $2.6M across 198 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $13K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $200K.
The Zankel Scala Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Zankel Scala Family Foundation is headquartered in WILMINGTON, DE. While based in DE, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 14 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James D Zankel | Co- Pres, Dir, Treas | $140K | $384 | $140K |
| Pia Scala-Zankel | Co- Pres, Dir, Sec | $7K | $0 | $7K |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$14.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$14.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
198
Total Giving
$2.6M
Average Grant
$13K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
76
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Anns SchoolAnnual Fund and Saint Ann's 20/20 Campaign | Brooklyn, NY | $200K | 2023 |
| Skidmore CollegeZankel Experience Network (ZEN), Zenkel Family Scholarships, Skidmore fund scholarships, Endowed residency in performing arts, Arthur Zankel music center | Saratoga Spgs, NY | $200K | 2023 |
| Whyhunger IncZankel Music Fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | New York, NY | $55K | 2023 |
| Foundation For City CollegeColin Powell School Manager of Mentorship and Alumni relation | New York, NY | $40K | 2023 |
| St Ann'S WarehouseGeneral & Unrestricted | Brooklyn, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| Head Count IncZankel Music Fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | New York, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| CircusenseZankel Music Fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | Brooklyn, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| Slappy And Mondays Foundation ForlaughterZankel Music Fund for the employment of music as an instrument for social change | Peekskill, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| Abortion Care NetworkGeneral & Unrestricted | Washington, DC | $9K | 2023 |
| Brigid Alliance IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $9K | 2023 |
| Womens Reproductive Rights Assistance Project WrraGeneral & Unrestricted | Santa Monica, CA | $9K | 2023 |
| Mann Center For The Performing ArtsMITP program support | Philadelphia, PA | $8K | 2023 |
| Brooklyn Academy Of Music IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Brooklyn, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount SinaiDr. Martin Feuer Education Fund | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| National Womens Health Network IncPlan C fund | Washington, DC | $5K | 2023 |
| Neighborhood Housing Services Of New York City IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Bridge Fund Of New York IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Campaign Legal Center IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Washington, DC | $3K | 2023 |
| Gods Love We Deliver IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Rising Tide Capital IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Newark, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Good Medicine ProductionsGeneral & Unrestricted | Westerville, OH | $3K | 2023 |
| The Metropolitan Museum Of ArtGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Committee To Protect Journalists IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| Mastervoices IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| New York Historical SocietyGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| Brooklyn Heights Association IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Brooklyn, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| Pro Publica IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| OpensecretsGeneral & Unrestricted | Washington, DC | $2K | 2023 |
| Center For Contemplative Justice IncInclusion TN fund | Nashville, TN | $1K | 2023 |
| Brooklyn Womens Exchange IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Brooklyn, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Brooklyn MuseumGeneral & Unrestricted | Brooklyn, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| World Wildlife Fund IncWWF ELEPHANT PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS Supporting reducing conflict between people and elephants, strengthening anti-poaching initiatives, stopping illegal ivory trade, reducing demand for elephant ivory, and protecting elephant habitat | Washington, DC | $1K | 2023 |
| Whitney Museum Of American ArtGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| The Carnegie Hall CorporationNotables program | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Bric Arts Media Bklyn IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Brooklyn, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Sandy Hook Promise FoundationGeneral & Unrestricted | Newtown, CT | $1K | 2023 |
| New York Public RadioGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Museum Of Modern ArtGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| New York Therapy Animals IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Day One New York IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| WnetGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Brooklyn Botanic Garden CorporationGeneral & Unrestricted | Brooklyn, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| The New York Public Library Astor Lenox And TildenGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| American Museum Of Natural HistoryGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Art Production Fund IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |