Zoe's Best Friend Inc
Preselected recipients only
Zoe's Best Friend Inc is a private foundation in Cheshire, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $51,182 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$51,182
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,350 the year before.
86% 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 | $25,000 | 3 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $25,350 | 2 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $51,182 | 7 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Zoe's Best Friend Inc 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 Zoe's Best Friend Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 4 | $31,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,182 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ball & Socket Arts | Generalprogram | $20,000 |
| Immigrant Hope Park City | Generalprogram | $10,000 |
| Limitless Horizonz Ixil | Generalprogram | $5,182 |
| Friends of Cpfa Arts Place | Generalprogram | $5,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Generalprogram | $5,000 |
| Open Doors Outdoors | Generalprogram | $5,000 |
| Guilford Parks and Recreation | Generalprogram | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathryn Smith
- Stephen Smith
- Shannon Smith
- Keri Watkins
Questions people ask
Does Zoe's Best Friend Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zoe's Best Friend Inc give?
$51,182 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Zoe's Best Friend Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathryn Smith (President), Stephen Smith (Vice Pres.), Shannon Smith (Treasurer) and Keri Watkins (Secretary).
What does Zoe's Best Friend Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.