The Zalik Foundation Incorporated
The Zalik Foundation is a private family foundation (founded 2018) based in Atlanta that funds Jewish education, Israel-related initiatives, and support for Jews in need. The foundation’s website describes its grantmaking approach, notes it does not accept unsolicited proposals, and provides a grantee portal for current grantees. Contact details and a team/meet-the-team page are listed on the site.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A Jewish education, Israel-related, or Jewish social-services organization with a track record in the Atlanta/Georgia community or credible regional ties seeking modest general operating support.
Good Fit
- • Clear program alignment with Jewish education, Israel initiatives, or services for Jews in need.
- • Located in Georgia or connected to the Atlanta Jewish ecosystem.
- • Smaller-budget organization seeking modest operating grants ($200–$5,000 range).
- • Introductions or relationship links to current grantees or listed program staff.
Geography
Observed grants in 2023 went to organizations in eight states, indicating a multi-state footprint, although just over half of dollars were concentrated in Georgia.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 19 distinct grantees with 11 returning from the prior year and 8 new recipients, which indicates a fairly broad and diverse recipient set for this foundation's size.
New Applicants
The website explicitly says unsolicited proposals are not accepted and the foundation uses a preselection process, but the grant history shows new recipients in 2023, so unfamiliar organizations can be added—likely via curated outreach or introductions rather than open application.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
