Arthur Zaltzman Foundation
The Arthur Zaltzman Foundation is a private foundation based in Northbrook, Illinois. Its 2020 filing is marked as a final return, so the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Arthur Zaltzman Foundation at a glance
In short: Arthur Zaltzman Foundation gave $491K across 22 grants in 2020 (avg $22K), top state Illinois. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $490,972
- Grants made (2020)
- 22
- Average grant
- $22,317
- Median grant
- $13,638
- Primary geography
- Illinois (47% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Arthur Zaltzman Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its 2020 filing is marked as a final return.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1601 Provenance Way, Northbrook, IL 60062
Phone: (312) 804-9270
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Arthur Zaltzman Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Fidelity Charitable - Lauren and Samuel Kessler Charitable Fund ($123K). Together the top 10 received $360K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($12,275), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
22 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 21 grants of 22 (95%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, grant dollars went to recipients in Illinois (47%), Ohio (25%), New York (15%), Washington, DC (13%), and Maryland (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 22 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 22 grants totaling $491K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable - Lauren and Samuel Kessler Charitable Fund Cincinnati, OH | Assist Charity | $122,743 |
| Autistic Self Advocacy Network Washington, DC | Assist Public Charity | $36,824 |
| American Heart Association Chicago, IL | Medical Research | $36,822 |
| Cured Foundation Lincolnshire, IL | Medical Research | $25,000 |
| JRDF Illinois Chapter Chicago, IL | Assist Public Charity | $25,000 |
| Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Chicago, IL | Assist Public Charity | $24,549 |
| National Ms Society New York, NY | Assist Public Charity | $24,549 |
| The Children's Heart Foundation Northbrook, IL | Assist Public Charity | $24,548 |
| Dance for Life Co Chicago Dancers United Chicago, IL | Assist Public Charity | $20,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Rye Brook, NY | Assist Public Charity | $20,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $89 | $498,891 | $490,972 | 22 | $49 | $23,703 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Arthur Zaltzman Foundation reported a distributable amount of $24K for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants included support for medical research and public charities. Among the recipients, the Autistic Self Advocacy Network describes its work as advancing disability-rights principles in relation to autism and organizing autistic adults and youth to have their voices heard. The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance says it provides hope, help, support, and education for people with mood disorders. The Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago describes providing resources for food, refuge, health care, education, and emergency assistance. The Tourette Association of America says it works to identify the cause of Tourette syndrome, find a cure, and control its effects.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation made 22 grants totaling $490,972. Grants ranged from $2,743 to $122,743, with a median of $13,638.
Among the largest grants were $122,743 to Fidelity Charitable – Lauren and Samuel Kessler Charitable Fund for “assist charity”; $36,824 to the Autistic Self Advocacy Network for “assist public charity”; $36,822 to the American Heart Association for medical research; and $25,000 each to CURED Foundation for medical research and JRDF Illinois Chapter for “assist public charity.” Other grants included $24,549 to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, $24,549 to the National MS Society, and $24,548 to the Children’s Heart Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Lauren Kessler, Howard Zaltzman, Robin Malk, and Wendy Weinstein as directors.
Arthur Zaltzman Foundation's 2020 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Howard Zaltzman
Director
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lauren Kessler
Director
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robin Malk
Director
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Wendy Weinstein
Director
New on the 2020 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Arthur Zaltzman Foundation
How much does Arthur Zaltzman Foundation give each year?
Arthur Zaltzman Foundation gave $491K across 22 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Arthur Zaltzman Foundation's typical grant size?
Arthur Zaltzman Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $13,638, and its average grant was $22,317, across 22 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Arthur Zaltzman Foundation give grants?
Arthur Zaltzman Foundation's top state is Illinois, with 47% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Ohio (25%) and New York (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Chicago, IL (9 grants), Washington, DC (3 grants), New York, NY (2 grants) and Northbrook, IL (2 grants).
Does Arthur Zaltzman Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 22 grants with a stated purpose on Arthur Zaltzman Foundation's 2020 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Assist Public Charity" (17 grants) and "Medical Research" (3 grants).
Who are Arthur Zaltzman Foundation's largest grantees?
Arthur Zaltzman Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include Fidelity Charitable - Lauren and Samuel Kessler Charitable Fund ($122,743), Autistic Self Advocacy Network ($36,824) and American Heart Association ($36,822), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($12,275), which are not listed by name. Together they received 40% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does Arthur Zaltzman Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants included support for medical research and public charities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Arthur Zaltzman Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Arthur Zaltzman Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, Arthur Zaltzman Foundation reported a distributable amount of $24K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Arthur Zaltzman Foundation's EIN?
Arthur Zaltzman Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7416973. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does Arthur Zaltzman Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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