John and Ellen Zembrodt Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Ellen Zembrodt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ft Wright, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$90,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $76,000 | 17 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $82,000 | 22 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $90,000 | 20 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
John and Ellen Zembrodt 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 John and Ellen Zembrodt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 14 | $70,000 |
| Ohio | 3 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St John Church | General fund | $25,000 |
| St Augustine School | General fund | $10,000 |
| FR Beiting Appalachian Mission Center | General fund | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of the Mountains School | General fund | $5,000 |
| Xavier Mission Fund | General fund | $5,000 |
| Parental-Hope | General fund | $5,000 |
| Rose Garden Home Mission | General fund | $5,000 |
| Barren Heights Retreat Ctr | General fund | $2,500 |
| Drews Puzzle Piece | General fund | $2,500 |
| Fire Foundation Nky | General fund | $2,500 |
| Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Center | General fund | $2,500 |
| St Joseph Mission Workers | General fund | $2,500 |
| The Beechwood Home | General fund | $2,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Greater Cincinnati | General fund | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Kentuckiana | General fund | $2,500 |
| St Leo Catholic Church | General fund | $2,500 |
| Be Concerned | General fund | $2,000 |
| Covington Catholic High School | General fund | $2,000 |
| Diocesan Catholic Children's Home | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Zembrodt
- Ellen Marie Zembrodt
- Nathan Zembrodt
Questions people ask
Does John and Ellen Zembrodt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Ellen Zembrodt Family Foundation give?
$90,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs John and Ellen Zembrodt Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John A Zembrodt (Trustee), Ellen Marie Zembrodt (Trustee) and Nathan Zembrodt (Trustee).
What does John and Ellen Zembrodt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.