Zanin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zanin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Aspen, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,550 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $22,500. 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$85,550
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$638,021
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $70,750 the year before.
18% 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 | $70,750 | 25 | $664,112 |
| 2024 | $85,550 | 28 | $638,021 |
How to apply
Zanin Family 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 Zanin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 26 | $81,050 |
| California | 1 | $3,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ Episcopal Church | General | $22,500 |
| Aspen High School Schoalrship Fund | General | $15,000 |
| Aspen Valley Hospital | General | $10,000 |
| University of Colorado | General | $10,000 |
| Aspen Rotary | General | $5,000 |
| Potter Alzheimer's Disease Fund | General | $5,000 |
| Earth Justice | General | $3,500 |
| Wilderness Workshop | General | $3,500 |
| National Jewish | General | $2,000 |
| Hospice of the Valley | General | $1,000 |
| KDNK | General | $1,000 |
| River Bridge Regional Center | General | $1,000 |
| St Jude | General | $1,000 |
| A Way Out | General | $500 |
| Aspen Hall of Fame | General | $500 |
| Forest Conservancy | General | $500 |
| Holiday Baskets | General | $500 |
| Pathfinders | General | $500 |
| Feed My Sheep | General | $400 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | General | $400 |
| Aces | General | $300 |
| Andy Zanca Youth Empowerment Program | General | $250 |
| Aspen Grove Cemetary Association | General | $250 |
| Operation Smile | General | $250 |
| Aspen Historical Society | General | $200 |
| Hopewest Hospice | General | $200 |
| Salvation Army | General | $200 |
| Special Olympics | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph M Zanin
- Bradley L Zanin
- Valerie Z Miller
- Michael F Miller
- Brittany K Zanin
- Hannah R Zanin
Questions people ask
Does Zanin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zanin Family Foundation give?
$85,550 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Zanin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph M Zanin (Vice President), Bradley L Zanin (Secretary), Valerie Z Miller (President & Treasurer) and Michael F Miller (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Zanin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.