The Zammer Foundation of Cape Cod
Preselected recipients only
The Zammer Foundation of Cape Cod is a private foundation in Osterville, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $442,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$442,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$216,066
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $262,500 the year before.
35% 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 | $262,500 | 15 | $163,227 |
| 2024 | $442,000 | 20 | $216,066 |
How to apply
The Zammer Foundation of Cape Cod 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 The Zammer Foundation of Cape Cod funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 19 | $441,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Belonging to Each Other | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $250,000 |
| Spaulding Rehab Hospital | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $50,000 |
| Housing Assistance Corp | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Cape Cod in | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $15,000 |
| Christ the King Parish | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $15,000 |
| Cape and Islands United Way | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $10,000 |
| Cape Cod Foundation | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $10,000 |
| Cape Cod Community College | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $10,000 |
| Heroes in Transition Inc | Fund charitable purpose of found | $10,000 |
| Independence House Inc | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $10,000 |
| Tommy's Place Foundation Inc | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $10,000 |
| Champ Homes Inc | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $5,000 |
| Cotuit Center for the Arts Inc | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $5,000 |
| Falmouth Housing Trust | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $5,000 |
| Homeless Not Hopeless | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $5,000 |
| Rotary Club of Falmouth | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $5,000 |
| Family Pantry of Cape Cod | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $3,000 |
| Falmouth Housing Corporation | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $2,000 |
| Nashua Children's Home | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $1,000 |
| Recovery Without Walls | Fund charitable purpose of found. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Zammer
Questions people ask
Does The Zammer Foundation of Cape Cod accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zammer Foundation of Cape Cod give?
$442,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Zammer Foundation of Cape Cod?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda Zammer (President).
What does The Zammer Foundation of Cape Cod fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness and youth programs.