The Foundation for Adventist Education
Preselected recipients only
The Foundation for Adventist Education is a private foundation in Silver Spring, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $281,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $70,000 and the largest $205,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$281,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$70,000
- Largest grant$205,000
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $694,856 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $694,856 | 9 | $15.6 million |
| 2024 | $281,500 | 3 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
The Foundation for Adventist Education 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Foundation for Adventist Education funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan. It also paid $70,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $205,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Andrews University | Institute of archaeology | $205,000 |
| Artus BV | Creation of book titled "reason and reality: ontological presuppositions in biblical interpretation" | $70,000 |
| Southwestern Adventist University | Fossil for university's dinosaur museum | $6,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ernest Edward Zinke
- Leonora Anne Zinke
- Douglas Zinke
Questions people ask
Does The Foundation for Adventist Education accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Foundation for Adventist Education give?
$281,500 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $70,000.
Who runs The Foundation for Adventist Education?
Its 2024 filing lists Ernest Edward Zinke (Trustee), Leonora Anne Zinke (Trustee) and Douglas Zinke (Trustee).
What does The Foundation for Adventist Education fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and arts and culture.