Harry Zahars Charitable Trust
The organization is a private foundation focused on supporting various charitable causes. Its mission appears to center around providing general operating support to educational institutions, religious organizations, and community service initiatives. The foundation primarily serves educational nonprofits, churches, and human services organizations, indicating a commitment to enhancing community welfare and educational opportunities. Notably, it has a strong focus on supporting Greek Orthodox institutions and local community foundations, reflecting its values of faith and community engagement.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small to mid-sized local or regional charities (religious institutions, education nonprofits, community foundations, or general human-services groups) seeking modest general operating support and either local ties or an introducer.
Good Fit
- • Has an established presence in Ohio (or ties to MA or NY) or works with local community foundations or United Ways.
- • Seeks general operating support or modest unrestricted grants in the $2k–$25k range.
- • Has an existing relationship or referral to the foundation trustee or to past grantees.
- • Is a religious, educational, or community-service organization similar to prior recipients.
Geography
Gifts went to recipients in three states (OH, MA, NY) with about 42% of dollars staying in Ohio, indicating a regional rather than national footprint.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows six distinct independent recipients and five new grantees in 2023, so the foundation funds a fairly broad set of organizations for its size despite dollars being concentrated among the top recipients.
New Applicants
Behaviorally, five new recipients appeared in the most recent year, which suggests new entrants can be added; however grants are described as preselected/only by invitation and no public submission route is visible, so open access cannot be confirmed.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
