Carol and Gene Zamler Family Founda
Preselected recipients only
Carol and Gene Zamler Family Founda is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,098 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,175 and the largest $67,000. 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$120,098
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,175
- Largest grant$67,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $123,808 the year before.
19% of its 2025 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 | $91,068 | 22 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $123,808 | 18 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $120,098 | 16 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Carol and Gene Zamler Family Founda 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 Carol and Gene Zamler Family Founda funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 13 | $117,798 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200 |
| New York | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Detroit | Support jewish orgs in metro detroit | $67,000 |
| Henry Ford Hospital | Medical research | $20,050 |
| Friends of the Idf | Support israeli troops | $10,200 |
| Chabad Student Outreach | Educational | $7,500 |
| Friendship Circle | Support of organization | $5,000 |
| Temple Israel | Support jewish orgs in metro detroit | $4,328 |
| Israel Parasport Center | Services for the disabled | $2,000 |
| Holocaust Memorial Center | Support of organization | $1,350 |
| Hebrew Free Loan | Support of organization | $1,000 |
| Yeshiva Beth Yehudah | Educational support | $500 |
| Aish Ha Torah Detroit | General research | $360 |
| Camp Tamarack | Support of organization | $360 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Medical research | $200 |
| Ort America | Support of the organization | $100 |
| Sloan Kettering Hospital | Medical research | $100 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Support for terminally ill children | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Gene Zamler
- Carol Zamler
Questions people ask
Does Carol and Gene Zamler Family Founda accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carol and Gene Zamler Family Founda give?
$120,098 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,175.
Who runs Carol and Gene Zamler Family Founda?
Its 2025 filing lists Gene Zamler (President/Tr) and Carol Zamler (Vp/Secretary).
What does Carol and Gene Zamler Family Founda fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, science and research and health.