THE NATASHA & DIRK ZIFF FOUNDATION
Data sourced from IRS 990-PF public filings
The Natasha & Dirk Ziff Foundation funds ocean research and education programs in partnership with universities, particularly focusing on initiatives like those at Columbia University, as well as supporting wildlife conservation efforts through organizations such as the Wildlife Conservation Society.
THE NATASHA & DIRK ZIFF FOUNDATION has 2 grants on file funding 2 organizations. Giving decreased from $1,600,000 in 2021 to $500,000 in 2024. Reported assets: $747,938.
Total Assets
$747,938
Total Grants on File
2
Recipients Funded
2
Giving History
| Year | Total Granted | Grants Made | Avg Grant |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $500,000 | 1 | $500,000 |
| 2021 | $1,600,000 | 1 | $1,600,000 |
Top Grant Recipients
MARINA DEL REY, CA
Bronx, NY
Officers & Trustees
From 2025 IRS 990-PF filing (data available for 11 filing years)
MARION PANAS
VICE PRESIDENT & SECRETARY
NATASHA B ZIFF
CO-PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR
SPENCER LEHV
VICE PRESIDENT & TREASURER
DIRK E ZIFF
CO-PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR
IRS Filing History
THE NATASHA & DIRK ZIFF FOUNDATION has IRS 990-PF filings on record for 11 years, spanning 2015 to 2025.
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