Shirley & Louis Matkoff Charitable Trust
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting animal welfare initiatives. Its mission centers on providing general support to various animal shelters and rescue organizations, particularly those focused on cats and rabbits, as well as wildlife rehabilitation efforts. The foundation primarily serves animal rescue organizations, demonstrating a commitment to the care and rehabilitation of small animals and wildlife. Its funding activities indicate a strong focus on enhancing the welfare of animals in need.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small-to-mid-sized animal welfare or wildlife rehabilitation nonprofit, primarily based in Pennsylvania or nearby, seeking general operating support in the $10K–$20K range and connected to local networks or introductions.
Good Fit
- • Organization is an animal shelter, cat/ rabbit rescue, or wildlife rehab center.
- • Located in Pennsylvania or the neighboring states where the foundation has given.
- • Seeks general operating support at amounts similar to past grants ($10K–$20K).
- • Has an existing connection or introduction to the trustee, past grantees, or local networks.
- • Has a steady track record and capacity to report on use of unrestricted funds.
Geography
Recent grants span three states but are heavily concentrated in the foundation's home state, with roughly 70% of dollars going to Pennsylvania and occasional awards to NJ and SC.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows nine distinct recipients, but eight of those were returning grantees, indicating a modestly broad but stable and relationship-driven portfolio rather than a large, rotating pool.
New Applicants
The foundation documents invitation-only funding and added only one new recipient in the latest year; over three observed years most recipients recur, so direct evidence suggests limited openness to unfamiliar applicants.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
