Zell Entrepreneurship Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zell Entrepreneurship Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $245,445 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $122,722 and the largest $240,445. 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$245,445
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$122,722
- Largest grant$240,445
- Assets$20.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $25,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $25,000 | 2 | $18.3 million |
| 2024 | $245,445 | 2 | $20.0 million |
How to apply
Zell Entrepreneurship 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 Zell Entrepreneurship Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $240,445 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Idc | Support the generation of leaders by fostering meaningful connections between business professionals and student | $240,445 |
| Junior Economic Club of Chicago | Support the generation of leaders by fostering meaningful connections between business professionals and student | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Havdala
- Scott R Peppet
- Lucille McFarland
- Michael Shiner
- Philip G Tinkler
- Joseph Miron
- Aaron Zell
Questions people ask
Does Zell Entrepreneurship Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zell Entrepreneurship Foundation give?
$245,445 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $122,722.
Who runs Zell Entrepreneurship Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ellen Havdala (Director), Scott R Peppet (President), Lucille McFarland (Vice President & Secretary) and Michael Shiner (Vice President & Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Zell Entrepreneurship Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.