The Zotheka Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Zotheka Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,633 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $23,235 and the largest $24,910. 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$56,633
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$23,235
- Largest grant$24,910
- Assets$909,596
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $73,930 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $503,421 |
| 2024 | $73,930 | 6 | $717,480 |
| 2025 | $56,633 | 3 | $909,596 |
How to apply
The Zotheka 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 Zotheka Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $56,633 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Commonwealth University | General & Unrestricted | $24,910 |
| Shenandoah University | General & Unrestricted | $23,235 |
| James Madison University | General & Unrestricted | $8,488 |
Officers and trustees
- Autumn H VandeHei
- James W VandeHei
- Kelvin M VandeHei
- Sophia L VandeHei
- James W VandeHei Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Zotheka Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zotheka Foundation give?
$56,633 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $23,235.
Who runs The Zotheka Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Autumn H VandeHei (Pres, Dir), James W VandeHei (Sec, Treas, VP, Dir), Kelvin M VandeHei (Dir) and Sophia L VandeHei (Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Zotheka Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.