The Zelniker Scherr Foundation
Invitation OnlySyosset, New York · EIN 26-1514242 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $2,600.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
27% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Shore Synagogue | Syosset, NY | Religious Furtherance | $9,200 |
| Sutton Place Synagogue | New York, NY | Religious Furtherance | $5,000 |
| PS3 Charrette School | New York, NY | Civic | $2,600 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Bethesda, MD | Medical Research | $2,564 |
| American Cancer Society | Oklahoma City, OK | Medical Research | $2,510 |
| The Community Synagogue | Port Washington, NY | Religious Furtherance | $1,810 |
| Congregation Emanuel | New York, NY | Religious Furtherance | $1,800 |
| Northwell Health Foundation | New Hyde Park, NY | Medical Research | $550 |
| Alzheimers Association | Chicago, IL | Medical Research | $250 |
| Play for PINK INC | New York, NY | Medical Research | $159 |
| ALS United | New York, NY | Medical Research | $100 |
The return also lists 5 grants to individuals ($5,066). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,609 | 16 |
| 2024 | $34,970 | 19 |
| 2023 | $43,893 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 18, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600489349100755
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1514242
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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