Harold And Nancy Zirkin Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a diverse range of charitable causes. Its mission appears to focus on enhancing community welfare, with particular emphasis on Jewish organizations, health-related initiatives, and cultural institutions such as museums. The foundation provides grants to various recipients, including hospitals, community service organizations, and civil rights groups, reflecting a commitment to social justice and community service. While it primarily operates in the Washington, D.C. area, it also supports organizations in other regions, including Colorado and Maryland.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small-to-midsize charities with general operating needs, especially organizations in the DC/MD/CO region working in Jewish life, health, museums, or community services.
Good Fit
- • Located or active in the DC metro area or in Colorado or Maryland.
- • Requests framed as general operating or program support in a concise letter.
- • Organizational profile aligns with prior grantees (Jewish organizations, health charities, museums, youth/community service).
- • Asks sized in the observed range (roughly $5K–$75K).
- • Able to provide a clear one-page purpose letter and contact information for follow-up.
Geography
Observed grants span three states (DC, CO, MD) but are regionally concentrated, with about 45% of 2024 dollars going to recipients in one state (DC), indicating a regional rather than national footprint.
Recipient Variety
Each year funds multiple independent recipients (8 in 2022, 11 in 2023, 6 in 2024) and includes new grantees alongside repeat recipients, but dollars are heavily concentrated among the top recipients in the latest year.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of turnover exists (new recipients in recent years) and the foundation publishes a rolling, letter-based submission route, so new applicants can plausibly enter the portfolio; selection still appears discretionary and relationship-influenced without a public online process.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
