Zimmerman Mindful Asset Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zimmerman Mindful Asset Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $47,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $14,000. 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$47,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$14,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,000 the year before.
50% 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 | 1 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $28,000 | 5 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $47,000 | 7 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Zimmerman Mindful Asset 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 Zimmerman Mindful Asset Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $37,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Zoo Foundation | Charitable Event | $14,000 |
| Minnesota Zoo Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Angel Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Heifer International Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Washburn Center for Children | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| World Vision | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Adler Graduate School | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven D Zimmerman
- Susan K Zimmerman
Questions people ask
Does Zimmerman Mindful Asset Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zimmerman Mindful Asset Foundation give?
$47,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Zimmerman Mindful Asset Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven D Zimmerman (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas) and Susan K Zimmerman (Dir, VP).
What does Zimmerman Mindful Asset Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.