Zanner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zanner Foundation is a private foundation in Oro Valley, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $62,796 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,100 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$62,796
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,100
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$383,835
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,000 the year before.
92% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,500 | 3 | $249,513 |
| 2024 | $18,000 | 3 | $321,086 |
| 2025 | $62,796 | 12 | $383,835 |
How to apply
Zanner Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Zanner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 5 | $34,096 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 3 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $700 |
| Ohio | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Litchfield Route 66 Museum | Preserving Illinois Heritage and the Mother Road's Enduring Spirit | $20,000 |
| Mayo Clinic Medallion | Human welfare | $18,000 |
| Community Foundation for Southern Arizona | Human and animal welfare | $10,000 |
| Jones Family Foundation | Education grants | $5,000 |
| Tucson Museum of Arts | Connects art to life | $4,396 |
| Tucson Wildlife Center | wildlife rehabilitation | $1,200 |
| The Bear League | Protect bears | $1,000 |
| Tahoe Lake Front Association | To protect lakefront property | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Children welfare | $700 |
| Lahontan Community Foundation | Health and human services | $500 |
| National Prion Disease Pathology Surveillance Center | Research | $500 |
| Arizona Public Media | independent jouralism | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald Scharf
- Suzanne Scharf
Questions people ask
Does Zanner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zanner Foundation give?
$62,796 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,100.
Who runs Zanner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald Scharf (Director) and Suzanne Scharf (Director).
What does Zanner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and community development.