Zerbe Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zerbe Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $76,622 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $175 and the largest $50,000. 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$76,622
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$175
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was up from $68,950 the year before.
68% of its 2024 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 | $68,950 | 12 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $76,622 | 22 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Zerbe 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 Zerbe Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 2 | $50,250 |
| Georgia | 4 | $22,837 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 3 | $700 |
| New York | 3 | $700 |
| Virginia | 2 | $350 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $250 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $185 |
| California | 1 | $100 |
| Florida | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana University Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Savannah Book Festival | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Bethesda Academy | Charitable | $6,837 |
| United Way of the Coastal Empire | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Georgia Historical Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Sigma Chi Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Charitable | $500 |
| Bulldog Alumni Association | Charitable | $250 |
| Samaritan's Purse International | Charitable | $250 |
| Young America's Foundation | Charitable | $250 |
| American Diabetes Association | Charitable | $100 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable | $100 |
| Disabled American Vets | Charitable | $100 |
| Donorschooseorg | Charitable | $100 |
| Parkinsons Foundation | Charitable | $100 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | Charitable | $100 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $100 |
| Shriners Hospital | Charitable | $100 |
| United Service Organizations | Charitable | $100 |
| Phi Beta Kappa | Charitable | $85 |
| PBS12 | Charitable | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert L Zerbe
- Linda L Zerbe
- Anne E Zerbe
- Eric R Zerbe
- Sarah C Zerbe
Questions people ask
Does Zerbe Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zerbe Family Foundation give?
$76,622 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $175.
Who runs Zerbe Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert L Zerbe (President & Director), Linda L Zerbe (Director), Anne E Zerbe (Secretary & Director) and Eric R Zerbe (Treasurer & Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Zerbe Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and health.