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Zakaria Family Foundation is a private corporation based in MORRISTOWN, NJ. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2008. It holds total assets of $7.3M. Annual income is reported at $1.5M. Total assets have grown from $4.8M in 2011 to $7.3M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 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 2015 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in New Jersey, New York and Massachusetts. According to available records, Zakaria Family Foundation has made 82 grants totaling $1.4M, with a median grant of $10K. The foundation has distributed between $667K and $727K annually from 2022 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $350 to $148K, with an average award of $17K. The foundation has supported 55 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New Jersey, New York, Maryland, which account for 65% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 14 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$900
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$12K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 49 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.
Zakaria Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 82 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NJ, NY, MD.
Zakaria Family Foundation has distributed a total of $1.4M across 82 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $17K. Individual grants have ranged from $350 to $148K.
Zakaria Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Zakaria Family Foundation is headquartered in MORRISTOWN, NJ. While based in NJ, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 14 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Higgins | Secretary | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ann Stock Zakaria | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Arshad Zakaria | Chairman | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Fareed Zakaria | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$7.3M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$7.3M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
82
Total Giving
$1.4M
Average Grant
$17K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
55
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University FoundationEducational Support | New Brunswick, NJ | $148K | 2023 |
| Amer Society For Biochemistry MicroTo help advance the science of biochemistry and molecular biology and to promote the understanding of the molecular nature of life processes. | Rockville, MD | $50K | 2023 |
| Morristown Medical FdnTo support the Cardiovascular Center of Excellence General Purpose Fund | Morristown, NJ | $50K | 2023 |
| Independent Women'S ForumTo help educate, develop and advance policies that actually enhance freedom, opportunities, and well-being. | Winchester, VA | $30K | 2023 |
| Carolyn Dorfman Dance CompanyEducational Support | Union, NJ | $25K | 2023 |
| Martha'S Vineyard MuseumTo help support the museum in all its actiivities. | Vineyard Haven, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Children'S Hospital Of Chicago FounTo help fund programs and services of the foundation. | Chicago, IL | $25K | 2023 |
| Pratham UsaEducation of children in India | New York, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| International Rescue CommitteeGlobal humanitarian aid, relief, and development nongovernmental organization. | New York, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| Two East Sixty-Second St FdnTo help preserve and maintain the exterior of Two East Sixty-second St, NY, NY. | New York, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| New American FoundationTo help renew America by continuing the quest to realize the nations highest ideals. | New York, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| Amer Assoc For The Advancement Of SEducation | Washington, DC | $25K | 2023 |
| Great Swamp Watershed AssocProtect public land, clean air, and clean water | Morristown, NJ | $20K | 2023 |
| Florida Foster Care ReviewTo help support community volunteers to advance the safety, stability and success of children in Miami-Dade County's foster care system. | Miami, FL | $15K | 2023 |
| The Seeing EyeSupport training of seeing eye dogs | Morristown, NJ | $15K | 2023 |
| The Pingry SchoolEducation | Basking Ridge, NJ | $15K | 2023 |
| Camillus HouseTo provide food and shelter to those in need. | Miami, FL | $15K | 2023 |
| American Prairie ReserveTo help creat the largest nature reserve in the contiguous US, a refuge for people and wildlife preserved forever as part of America's heritage. | Bozeman, MT | $10K | 2023 |
| National SawdustArts and Culture | Brooklyn, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| New Vernon Volunteer Fire DeptProvides fire protection and emergency services for the town of New Vernon, NJ | New Vernon, NJ | $10K | 2023 |
| Harding Land TrustDedicated to preserving the farmland, woodlands and natural areas that give Harding its distinctive quality of life | Morristown, NJ | $10K | 2023 |
| Adopt A Boxer RescueTo help rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home unwanted and abandoned boxer dogs. | Olyphant, PA | $10K | 2023 |
| Halos For AngelsTo help support HFA in their mission to nurture its community's well-being by extending to its family members temporary relief, comfort and support when sudden tragedy hits home. | Florham Park, NJ | $10K | 2023 |
| The KnightsTo help support The Knights strive to transform the concert experience in New York City and around the world. | Brooklyn, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Center For Art Research And AlliancTo support the arts. | New York, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| North Shore Animal LeagueTo provide operational support | Port Washington, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Riverside Park ConservanceyMission is to restore, maintain, and improve Riverside Park | New York, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Healing Hearts Adaptive RecreationTo help support social and recreational programs for children, teens, and young adults with special needs to foster friendships, promote fitness, and support independence. | Stamford, CT | $5K | 2023 |
| Bay Ridge PrepTo help support the educational endeavors of a student. | Brooklyn, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Ridge HsaTo help support educational needs. | Ridgewood, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Several Sources ShelterTo help support shelter and feed families of young, unwed mothers. | Ramsey, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Garden AcademyTo help support education of children with autism. | West Orange, NJ | $3K | 2023 |
| Gordon Research ConferenceTo help build communities that advance the frontiers of science. | Kingston, RI | $1K | 2023 |
| Rockefeller Philanthropy AdvisersTo help with philanthropy throughout the world. | New York, NY | $100K | 2022 |
| Morristonw Medical FdnTo support the Cardiovascular Center of Excellence General Purpose Fund | Morristown, NJ | $50K | 2022 |
| Rutgers Cancer Institute Of New JerResearch, Treatment and Education | New Brunswick, NJ | $25K | 2022 |