Zyzzyva, Inc.

Zyzzyva, Inc. is a non-profit organization based in San Francisco, California, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since 2007, with its current registration valid until February 27, 2026. The organization appears to be focused on literary publishing, specifically centered around the journal Zyzzyva, which is a renowned literary magazine that showcases works by West Coast writers and artists. As a tax-exempt corporate entity, Zyzzyva, Inc. has established itself as a cultural institution in the literary landscape, primarily supported through grants from the National Endowment for the Arts.

The organization has consistently received federal grant awards from the National Endowment for the Arts to support the publication and promotion of the Zyzzyva journal. These project grants, awarded annually from 2021 to 2025, demonstrate a sustained commitment by the federal government to support literary arts and cultural publication. Each grant, with award IDs ranging from 18644725221 to 19338085225, provides funding for a one-year period, typically covering the entire calendar year. The grants are specifically designated to support the publication and promotional activities of the Zyzzyva journal, indicating that the funds are used for printing, distribution, marketing, and potentially supporting literary contributors. While the records show no prime federal contract vehicles or prime contract awardees, the consistent annual grant support from the National Endowment for the Arts underscores the organization's importance in promoting literary arts and regional cultural expression.