Zeman Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Zeman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Western Springs, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $215,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $110,000. 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$215,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $146,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $145,500 | 8 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $146,000 | 10 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $215,000 | 8 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Zeman Family Foundation Inc 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 Zeman Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $110,000 |
| Illinois | 5 | $80,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wawmsd Educational Foundation | Education | $110,000 |
| Make A Wish Illinois | Children's welfare | $20,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank | Food donation | $20,000 |
| Wings | Support services | $20,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | General | $15,000 |
| Wellness House | Support services | $15,000 |
| Ole Miss Athletics Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| Chicago Police Memorial Foundation | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory C Zeman
- Zachary Zeman
- Caryn L Zeman
Questions people ask
Does Zeman Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zeman Family Foundation Inc give?
$215,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Zeman Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gregory C Zeman (President), Zachary Zeman (Director) and Caryn L Zeman (Director).
What does Zeman Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.