Z4 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Z4 Foundation is a private foundation in Lenexa, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$7,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$12,154
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $10,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $10,000 | 1 | $28,822 |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 1 | $19,324 |
| 2025 | $7,000 | 2 | $12,154 |
How to apply
Z4 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 Z4 Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| President and Fellows of Harvard College | Donation | $5,000 |
| National Speech & Debate Association | Donation | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Zainulbhai
- Shezaad Zainulbhai
- Tameem Zainulbhai
Questions people ask
Does Z4 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Z4 Foundation give?
$7,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Z4 Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Zainulbhai (Trustee), Shezaad Zainulbhai (Trustee) and Tameem Zainulbhai (Trustee).
What does Z4 Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.