Leonard E Zedeck Charitable
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to providing financial support to various charitable causes. Its mission centers around supporting Jewish organizations, health charities, and human services, reflecting a commitment to community welfare and cultural preservation. The foundation funds a range of initiatives, including general support for arts and culture, as well as health-related causes. It primarily serves organizations that focus on Jewish heritage, health, and human services, demonstrating a broad philanthropic approach.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small-to-mid nonprofit, often Florida-based, seeking modest unrestricted/general operating support in areas such as Jewish causes, health charities, human services, or local arts and culture.
Good Fit
- • Located in Florida or with a clear Florida connection.
- • Seeks modest general operating support (typical awards in the low thousands).
- • Mission aligns with previously funded areas: Jewish organizations, health charities, human services, or local arts.
- • Has an existing relationship, referral, or introduction into the funder’s local network.
- • Capacity to accept unrestricted or general support grants.
Geography
Giving is regionally concentrated: most dollars go to Florida but recipients also appear in New York, with two states observed in the latest year and about 64% of 2024 grant dollars staying in Florida.
Recipient Variety
The latest year funded five distinct recipients, and prior years show 8–10 unique recipients; there is a mix of repeat and new grantees, indicating a moderate spread of independent recipients rather than a single captive beneficiary.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows the fund states it supports only preselected organizations and no public application route was found; while new grantees do appear in the observed years, access appears invitation- or relationship-driven rather than open to unsolicited applicants.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
