The Arthur And Janet Hershaft Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to general charitable purposes. It primarily supports Jewish organizations, health-related charities, cultural institutions, and community service initiatives. Its funding reflects a commitment to enhancing community welfare and cultural heritage, with notable contributions to health institutions and various museums. The foundation's activities indicate a focus on both local and broader charitable efforts, particularly within the Jewish community.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
An established nonprofit with a track record in Florida or New York (or regional presence), working in areas like Jewish community organizations, health, or arts/culture, and able to secure a warm introduction or board-level connection.
Good Fit
- • Program work in Florida or New York (foundation dollars concentrated there).
- • Mission aligned with Jewish community, health charities, or arts/culture.
- • Organizational track record suitable for mid-size one-time grants ($5k–$60k).
- • Existing relationship or introduction from a prior grantee, local federation, or trustee contact.
Geography
Observed giving spans multiple states (four in the latest year) but is concentrated in Florida and New York, with roughly 47% of dollars going to Florida and 44% to New York in 2024.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded two dozen distinct organizations in 2024 and has made a similar count each year across the three-year record, indicating a broad and diverse recipient set for a small private foundation.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows the foundation added many new grantees (12 new recipients in 2024), but the organization explicitly states it funds only preselected applicants and provides no public submission route, so unfamiliar applicants are unlikely to enter the portfolio without introductions.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
