The Lois Zaro Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Lois Zaro Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Miami Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $232,677 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $66,667. 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$232,677
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$66,667
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $496,280 the year before.
63% of its 2024 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 | $496,280 | 19 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $232,677 | 16 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
The Lois Zaro Family Charitable Trust 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 Lois Zaro Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $227,177 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Drug Discovery FDNT | Donation | $66,667 |
| The Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Donation | $50,000 |
| Central Synagogue | Donation | $37,150 |
| The Freddy & Olivia Wexler Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| Virginia United | Donation | $15,000 |
| Crohns & Colitis Foundation of America | Donation | $10,000 |
| Hamptons Intl Film Festival | Donation | $10,000 |
| Icahn School of Medicine | Donation | $10,000 |
| Brothers for Life | Donation | $2,500 |
| Hearst Castle Preservation Foundation | Donation | $1,500 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Donation | $1,000 |
| Hamptons Community Outreach | Donation | $1,000 |
| Luisa Diaz Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Women's Emergency Network | Donation | $1,000 |
| American Diabetes Association | Donation | $500 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Donation | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- Lois Zaro
Questions people ask
Does The Lois Zaro Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lois Zaro Family Charitable Trust give?
$232,677 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs The Lois Zaro Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Lois Zaro (Trustee).
What does The Lois Zaro Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.