The Lenny Zakim Fund
Boston, Massachusetts · EIN 043485146 · Private foundation
The Lenny Zakim Fund is a Massachusetts-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.0M in annual giving against $7.9M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 352 grants for The Lenny Zakim Fund. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Lenny Zakim Fund funds
The Lenny Zakim Fund's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, community improvement, education, faith-based (jewish), food & agriculture, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include black communities, families, lgbtq people, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chica Project (the City School) GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $38K | 2020 |
| Building Bridges Through Music GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Lynn, MA | $35K | 2022 |
| Level Ground Mma GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $33K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from The Lenny Zakim Fund
The Lenny Zakim Fund's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at thelennyzakimfund.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Lenny Zakim Fund
- Does The Lenny Zakim Fund accept grant applications?
- The Lenny Zakim Fund's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Lenny Zakim Fund fund?
- The Lenny Zakim Fund's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Chica Project (the City School), Building Bridges Through Music, Level Ground Mma. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Lenny Zakim Fund give in grants?
- The Lenny Zakim Fund reported $1.0M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.2M over 352 grants.
- Where is The Lenny Zakim Fund located?
- The Lenny Zakim Fund is based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 043485146.
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