Ac & Jc Foundation Incorporated
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a wide range of causes, with a strong emphasis on arts and culture, Jewish organizations, and wildlife conservation. Its mission reflects a commitment to enhancing cultural institutions, providing general operating support to various nonprofits, and addressing community needs such as food insecurity and homelessness. The foundation actively funds initiatives that support emergency aid, particularly related to Israel, and contributes to educational and mental health organizations. Overall, it seeks to make a positive impact in diverse sectors through its philanthropic efforts.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Established, mid-to-large nonprofit organizations working in arts & culture, Jewish community services, conservation, or large-scale social service/food-security work—especially organizations with a New York presence or an existing introduction to the foundation.
Good Fit
- • Strong program presence or headquarters in New York or a known relationship with the foundation.
- • Organizational scale and budget consistent with prior grantees (able to absorb six-figure support).
- • Requests for general operating or capital support aligned with past purposes.
- • Existing board, donor-advised fund, or intermediary connections that can provide an introduction.
Geography
Giving is regionally concentrated: more than half of 2024 dollars stayed in the foundation's home state, but grants were made across seven states in the latest year, indicating a multi-state but regionally focused footprint.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows many distinct independent recipients (35), spanning museums, performing arts, conservation, Jewish organizations and food/security groups; repeat funding exists but does not indicate a tiny closed circle.
New Applicants
Direct application is limited—the foundation states it only funds preselected applicants and no public submission route was found—yet the observed history includes new grantees (8 in 2024), suggesting new entrants can be added, likely by invitation or referral rather than open application.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
