Zachary Woodard Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zachary Woodard Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $279,130 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $1,702 and the largest $77,203. 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$279,130
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$1,702
- Largest grant$77,203
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2025 was up from $266,916 the year before.
89% 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 | $226,401 | 128 | $654,764 |
| 2024 | $266,916 | 67 | $799,835 |
| 2025 | $279,130 | 44 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Zachary Woodard 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Zachary Woodard Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $98,390 |
| Missouri | 13 | $65,934 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $44,400 |
| Texas | 9 | $33,737 |
| California | 7 | $16,887 |
| Oregon | 2 | $6,351 |
| Illinois | 2 | $4,800 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $2,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,086 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,036 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $77,203 |
| Emeril Lagasse Foundation | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $44,400 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $27,946 |
| Beloved and Beyond | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $20,000 |
| Ranken Jordan Hospital | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $12,725 |
| Financial Medical Assistance 100000 | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $11,187 |
| Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $10,000 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $7,341 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $5,351 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $5,000 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $3,882 |
| Ladonna Tutton and Brushawn Hopkins | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $3,800 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $3,000 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $2,948 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $2,907 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $2,887 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $2,770 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $2,500 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $2,086 |
| Dynasty Home | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $2,002 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $2,000 |
| Ronald L Jones Funeral Home | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,755 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,648 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,500 |
| A'miriah Ruffin and Nyiha Jones | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,500 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,441 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,419 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,259 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,225 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,200 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,076 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,072 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,055 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,036 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,009 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,000 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,000 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,000 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,000 |
| Individual | Financial and medical assistance for special needs children and families | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brent Woodard
- Susan Woodard
- Michelle Lafata
- Rob Gerard
Questions people ask
Does Zachary Woodard Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zachary Woodard Foundation give?
$279,130 in tax year 2025, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $1,702.
Who runs Zachary Woodard Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brent Woodard (President), Susan Woodard (Vice President), Michelle Lafata (Director) and Rob Gerard (Director).
What does Zachary Woodard Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability, health and human services.