Mount Zion Health Fund (MZHF) honors the historic mission of the Mount Zion Hospital by supporting initiatives that improve the
health and well-being of underserved communities across San Francisco.
Through our partnership with UCSF, we look to fund programs that are responsive to the health and healthcare needs from clinical care and advancing medical research to scholarships and pilot programs for those at the start of their careers to community wellness programs tied to Jewish values.
Mount Zion Health Fund (MZHF), a supporting foundation of the Jewish Federation Bay Area, traces its origins to the founding of Mount Zion Hospital in San Francisco at the end of the 19th century. Mount Zion Hospital was established to serve both the Jewish and broader communities.
$60M
Amount in Endowed Funds
$2M-$3M
Allocated annually
Over $100M
invested into the SF healthcare community
Mt. Zion Health Fund invests in transformative healthcare projects that reflect the spirit and legacy of Mount Zion. Our grantmaking supports:
Who We Fund
UCSF departments based at Mount Zion campus, SF-based nonprofits, community health providers
What We Fund
Clinical research, direct patient care, public health outreach, mental health services, and more
The Mount Zion Health Fund operates on invitation-only grant cycles. Organizations that meet the following criteria are welcome to contact us to explore potential funding opportunities:
How to Connect: Please reach out to mzhf@jewishfed.org with a brief overview of your organization and proposed initiative. We carefully review all inquiries and respond to those that align with our funding priorities and mission.
