Richard & Liliann Zisook Family Fou
Preselected recipients only
Richard & Liliann Zisook Family Fou is a private foundation in Northfield, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $44,450 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $12,150. 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$44,450
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$12,150
- Assets$0
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was down from $54,760 the year before.
71% 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 | $66,456 | 16 | $0 |
| 2024 | $54,760 | 20 | $0 |
| 2025 | $44,450 | 14 | $0 |
How to apply
Richard & Liliann Zisook Family Fou 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 Richard & Liliann Zisook Family Fou funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $29,150 |
| California | 3 | $9,300 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lynn Sage Foundation Lynn Sage Foundation | Unrestricted | $12,150 |
| Am Shalom Am Shalom | Unrestricted | $11,350 |
| Rancho Mirage Writers Festival Rancho Mirage Writers Festival | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Mu United States Holocaust Memorial Mu | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of the Desert Jewish Federation of the Desert | Unrestricted | $3,150 |
| Desert Community Foundation Desert Community Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,300 |
| Eisenhower Health Foundation Eisenhower Health Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| PCD Foundation PCD Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Bryn Mawr Country Club Eaf Bryn Mawr Country Club Eaf | Unrestricted | $500 |
| For Autistic Kids Foundation for Autistic Kids Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Jewish Family Services Jewish Family Services | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Mission Compassion Paw Inc Mission Compassion Paw Inc | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Tri-Con Child Care Center Tri-Con Child Care Center | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Willow House Willow House | Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Zisook
- Liliann Zisook
Questions people ask
Does Richard & Liliann Zisook Family Fou accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard & Liliann Zisook Family Fou give?
$44,450 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Richard & Liliann Zisook Family Fou?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Zisook (President) and Liliann Zisook (Secretary).
What does Richard & Liliann Zisook Family Fou fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.