Zeitz Foundation Inc
Zeitz Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. It appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking: its 2025 filing is marked as the organization’s final return.
Zeitz Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Zeitz Foundation Inc gave $3.4M across 1 grant in 2026 (avg $3.4M), mostly in New York. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $3,418,726
- +1853.6% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 1
- -96.9% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $3,418,726
- +62413.8% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $3,418,726
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Zeitz Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated on its 2025 final return that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. This is not presented as a current application process.
- Contact
Mailing address: 131 E 69Th St, New York, NY 10021
Phone: (917) 579-5587
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Zeitz Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Community Funds Inc ($3.4M).
Grant Size Distribution
161 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 160 grants of 161 (99%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2026 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Zeitz Foundation Inc gives
- Giving grew 1872% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $150K (2024) to $3.4M (2026). In 2026 it made 1 grant totaling $3.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Funds Inc New York, NY | Donation | $3,418,726 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Amounts are in U.S. dollars.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | $171,072 | $3,440,207 | $3,418,726 | 1 | $3,418,726 | $84,346 | $171,992 |
| 2025 | $3,155,863 | $239,398 | $201,606 | $175,000 | 32 | $179,383 | $140,678 | $158,740 |
| 2024 | $3,173,279 | $239,787 | $169,985 | $150,167 | 44 | $161,525 | $130,408 | $163,746 |
| 2023 | $3,281,799 | $288,063 | $214,225 | $173,347 | 35 | $186,166 | $105,513 | — |
| 2022 | $3,185,418 | $289,720 | $218,194 | $179,999 | 49 | $191,746 | $112,793 | — |
| 2021 | $3,107,920 | $81,623 | $208,341 | $172,713 | 56 | — | $116,875 | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Zeitz Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $172K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s mission is not stated. Its areas of support have been described as including arts education, cultural organizations, arts integration programs, museum education, and performing arts organizations.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation reported one grant totaling $3,418,726. The recipient was Community Funds Inc of New York, NY, and the stated purpose was “DONATION.” In 2025, it reported 32 grants totaling $175,000; in 2024, it reported 44 grants totaling $150,167.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Emme Deland as president, treasurer, and director; Peter Levin as vice president, secretary, and director; and Austin Rosenthal as vice president and director.
Zeitz Foundation Inc is led by Emme Deland, President, Treasurer & Director since 2024 (on filings since 2021); none of the 3 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Emme Deland
President, Treasurer & Director
Treasurer → President, Treasurer & Director, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
$11K (2021) → $0 (2026)
Peter Levin
Vice President, Secretary & Director
Secretary → Vice President, Secretary & Director, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
$11K (2021) → $0 (2026)
Austin Rosenthal
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
$10K (2025) → $0 (2026)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Joseph Rosenthal (2021–2024) — Past President & Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $10K, to Austin Rosenthal (VP & Direct).
Frequently asked questions about Zeitz Foundation Inc
How much does Zeitz Foundation Inc give each year?
Zeitz Foundation Inc gave $3.4M across 1 grant in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $175K across 32 grants.
What does Zeitz Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s mission is not stated. Its areas of support have been described as including arts education, cultural organizations, arts integration programs, museum education, and performing arts organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Zeitz Foundation Inc?
The foundation stated on its 2025 final return that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Zeitz Foundation Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2026, Zeitz Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $172K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Zeitz Foundation Inc's EIN?
Zeitz Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 11-6037021. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does Zeitz Foundation Inc 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
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS January 26, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS May 11, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Zeitz Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/zeitz-foundation-inc-morg_c4fc07bf219149849ec98b76eb2590ec
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