Zerrusen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zerrusen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Teutopolis, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $180,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$180,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $175,225 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 | $165,000 | 6 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $175,225 | 6 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $180,000 | 6 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Zerrusen Family 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 Zerrusen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $180,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis of Assisi Church | Religious | $80,000 |
| Teutopolis Educational Foundation | Education | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Religious | $15,000 |
| Teutopolis Fire Protection District | Government | $15,000 |
| Effingham County Fish | Government | $10,000 |
| Teutopolis Park District | Government | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel J Zerrusen
Questions people ask
Does Zerrusen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zerrusen Family Foundation give?
$180,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Zerrusen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel J Zerrusen (Trustee).
What does Zerrusen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.