Augustino Hiram Zuccaro Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Augustino Hiram Zuccaro Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $277,321 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$277,321
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $274,625 the year before.
29% 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 | $97,000 | 8 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $274,625 | 21 | $5.0 million |
| 2025 | $277,321 | 25 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
Augustino Hiram Zuccaro 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 Augustino Hiram Zuccaro Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 8 | $139,825 |
| North Dakota | 8 | $72,496 |
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $15,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DeLasalle High School | Educational Scholarships | $50,000 |
| DeLasalle High School | Classroom | $25,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television | Program Support | $24,825 |
| Prairie Public | Program Support | $10,496 |
| Art for Vets | Program Support | $10,000 |
| DAV Charitable | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Fischer House Foundation | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Grand Forks Parks and Recreation Foundation | Veteran Memorial Park Dog Statue | $10,000 |
| Homeless Helpers | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Macv | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Northlands Rescue Mission | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Sisters of the Living Word | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Sisters Rising | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics of North Dakota | Program Support | $10,000 |
| The Heart and Armour Foundation | Program Support | $10,000 |
| North Dakota Veterans Home | Program Support | $7,000 |
| Christian Brothers of the Midwest | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Operation Surf | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Paws for Purple Hearts | Program Support | $5,000 |
| St Josephs Indian School | Program Support | $5,000 |
| St Joseph's Social Care | Program Support | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Program Support | $5,000 |
| The Sisters of St Joseph of Carondelet | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Program Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David J Geslin
- Amanda Tukey
- Nathan Geslin
- Michale Moore
- Patrick Moore
Questions people ask
Does Augustino Hiram Zuccaro Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Augustino Hiram Zuccaro Foundation give?
$277,321 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Augustino Hiram Zuccaro Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David J Geslin (President), Amanda Tukey (Treasurer), Nathan Geslin (Secretary) and Michale Moore (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Augustino Hiram Zuccaro Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and veterans.