The Zemeckis Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Zemeckis Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Encino, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $55,840 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$55,840
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$175,562
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $71,834 the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $71,834 | 26 | $131,493 |
| 2024 | $55,840 | 24 | $175,562 |
How to apply
The Zemeckis Charitable 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 The Zemeckis Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 14 | $19,040 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $3,500 |
| New York | 2 | $1,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oceana | 501(c)(3) | $25,000 |
| Laguna Blanca School | 501(c)(3) | $5,000 |
| Beloved Asheville | 501(c)(3) | $5,000 |
| USC Shoah Foundation | 501(c)(3) | $3,000 |
| Aha Attitude Harmony Achievement | 501(c)(3) | $2,500 |
| International Dyslexia Association | 501(c)(3) | $2,500 |
| Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) | 501(c)(3) | $2,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | 501(c)(3) | $1,000 |
| Dream Foundation | 501(c)(3) | $1,000 |
| Michael Patterson Foundation | 501(c)(3) | $1,000 |
| State Street Ballet | 501(c)(3) | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Montecito Library | 501(c)(3) | $1,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | 501(c)(3) | $1,000 |
| The Elephant Project Every Org | 501(c)(3) | $840 |
| Heal the Ocean | 501(c)(3) | $500 |
| Aspen Indigenous Foundation | 501(c)(3) | $500 |
| Pitzer College | 501(c)(3) | $500 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) | 501(c)(3) | $500 |
| Sarcoma Foundation of America | 501(c)(3) | $500 |
| Alcoholics Anonymous | 501(c)(3) | $300 |
| City of Hope | 501(c)(3) | $300 |
| Eagles Charitable Foundation | 501(c)(3) | $300 |
| Star Paws Rescue Foundation | 501(c)(3) | $300 |
| We Spark | 501(c)(3) | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Zemeckis
- Leslie Zemeckis
- Cary Macmiller
Questions people ask
Does The Zemeckis Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zemeckis Charitable Foundation give?
$55,840 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Zemeckis Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Zemeckis (President), Leslie Zemeckis (Director) and Cary Macmiller (Secretary).
What does The Zemeckis Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.