Rhonda S Zinner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rhonda S Zinner Foundation is a private foundation in Wellesley, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $235,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $47,500. 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$235,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$47,500
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was down from $240,000 the year before.
18% of its 2025 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 | $160,000 | 17 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $240,000 | 21 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $235,000 | 17 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Rhonda S Zinner 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 Rhonda S Zinner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 8 | $80,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $47,500 |
| New York | 3 | $45,000 |
| California | 3 | $27,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Full Spectrum Features | General purpose of the organization | $47,500 |
| New World Symphony Inc | General purpose of the organization | $25,000 |
| Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research | General purpose of the organization | $20,000 |
| Thrive Scholars | General purpose of the organization | $20,000 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's | General purpose of the organization | $15,000 |
| Xprize Foundation Inc | General purpose of the organization | $15,000 |
| Beacon Academy | General purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston Inc | General purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Homeless Prevention Council Inc | General purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| James Beard Foundation | General purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| McLean Hospital | General purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Women's Lunch Place Inc | General purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Gateway Arts | General purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Hammer Museum | General purpose of the organization | $7,500 |
| Medway Village Food Pantry Inc | General purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Positive Coaching Alliance | General purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Wellesley Food Pantry | General purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Herman
- Jonathan Segal
- Michael Zinner
Questions people ask
Does Rhonda S Zinner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rhonda S Zinner Foundation give?
$235,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Rhonda S Zinner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer Herman (Director), Jonathan Segal (Trustee) and Michael Zinner (Trustee).
What does Rhonda S Zinner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and education.