Zollie & Elaine Frank Fund DBA Mrs Zollie S Frank Fund
Preselected recipients only
Zollie & Elaine Frank Fund DBA Mrs Zollie S Frank Fund is a private foundation in Highland Park, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $42,500. 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$200,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$42,500
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $371,500 the year before.
11% 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 | $150,000 | 5 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $371,500 | 12 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $200,000 | 9 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Zollie & Elaine Frank Fund DBA Mrs Zollie S Frank Fund 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 Zollie & Elaine Frank Fund DBA Mrs Zollie S Frank Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $187,500 |
| California | 3 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Community Centers of Chicago | General fundraising | $42,500 |
| Ravinia Festival Association | General fundraising | $42,500 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | General fundraising | $30,000 |
| Lyric Opera | General fundraising | $30,000 |
| North Shore Congregation Israel | General fundraising | $30,000 |
| Intrinsic School | General fundraising | $12,500 |
| College of the Desert Foundation | General fundraising | $5,000 |
| Eisenhower Hospital Foundation | General fundraising | $5,000 |
| California Highway Patrol 1199 Foundation | General fundraising | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James S Frank
- Laurie A Lieberman
- Nancy Schechtman
- Charles E Frank
Questions people ask
Does Zollie & Elaine Frank Fund DBA Mrs Zollie S Frank Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zollie & Elaine Frank Fund DBA Mrs Zollie S Frank Fund give?
$200,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Zollie & Elaine Frank Fund DBA Mrs Zollie S Frank Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists James S Frank (Vice-President), Laurie A Lieberman (President), Nancy Schechtman (Secretary) and Charles E Frank (Treasurer).
What does Zollie & Elaine Frank Fund DBA Mrs Zollie S Frank Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.