Zlotoff Generations Fund
Preselected recipients only
Zlotoff Generations Fund is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,750 and the largest $495,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,750
- Largest grant$495,000
- Assets$11.0 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $926,340 the year before.
75% 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 | $883,850 | 15 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $926,340 | 15 | $10.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 24 | $11.0 million |
How to apply
Zlotoff Generations Fund 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 Zlotoff Generations Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 16 | $825,450 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $125,000 |
| New York | 1 | $22,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $13,500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Zlotoff Foundation | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $495,000 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $150,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $125,000 |
| Henry Ford System | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $110,950 |
| Checkered Flag Challenge | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $22,000 |
| Jewish Ferndale | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $15,000 |
| Bloomfield Hills Foundation | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $10,000 |
| Museum of American Speed | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $10,000 |
| Michigan Israel Business Accelerator | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $10,000 |
| Shift Up Now Foundation | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $10,000 |
| Cross Purpose | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $7,000 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $6,500 |
| Building Burlington's Future | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $5,000 |
| Motorsports Hall of Fameof America | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $5,000 |
| Tamarack Camps | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $5,000 |
| Pontiac Transportation Museum | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $5,000 |
| West Michigan Aviation Academy | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $5,000 |
| Michigan Flight Mueseum | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $5,000 |
| Oakland County Scherif Pal Program | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $5,000 |
| Dream Centers of Michigan | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $5,000 |
| Judson Center | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $2,500 |
| Haven Foundation | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $500 |
| Paint Creek Center for the Arts | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Zlotoff
- Rachel Zlotoff
- Jordan Zlotoff
- Roger Zlotoff
- Mary Terese Zlotoff
- Zac Mattey
Questions people ask
Does Zlotoff Generations Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zlotoff Generations Fund give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,750.
Who runs Zlotoff Generations Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul Zlotoff (President, Trustee), Rachel Zlotoff (Treasurer, Trustee), Jordan Zlotoff (Secretary, Trustee) and Roger Zlotoff (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Zlotoff Generations Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.