Albert M Zari Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Albert M Zari Foundation is a private foundation in Oak Brook, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $39,000 and the largest $39,000. 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$39,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$39,000
- Largest grant$39,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $6.6 million 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 | $1.2 million | 1 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 1 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $39,000 | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Albert M Zari 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 Albert M Zari Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $39,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley | To provide educational scholarships to qualifying students entering college or certain trade schools. | $39,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Shea
- Patricia Brennan Stewart
- Jeffrey Schroeder
Questions people ask
Does Albert M Zari Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Albert M Zari Foundation give?
$39,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $39,000.
Who runs Albert M Zari Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Shea (Trustee), Patricia Brennan Stewart (Trustee) and Jeffrey Schroeder (Trustee).
What does Albert M Zari Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and environment and conservation.