The Zelnak Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Zelnak Private Foundation is a private foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $550,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $60,000 and the largest $320,000. 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$550,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$60,000
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$897,873
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $750,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 6 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $750,000 | 6 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $550,000 | 5 | $897,873 |
How to apply
The Zelnak Private 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 4 | $540,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ncsu Foundation | Charitable general support | $320,000 |
| Raleigh Police Department FTN | Charitable general support | $100,000 |
| Carolina Ballet | Charitable general support | $60,000 |
| Hayes Barton Baptist Church | Charitable general support | $60,000 |
| Georgia Tech Foundation | Charitable general support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen P Zelnak Jr
- Judy D Zelnak
Questions people ask
Does The Zelnak Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zelnak Private Foundation give?
$550,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $60,000.
Who runs The Zelnak Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen P Zelnak Jr (Trustee) and Judy D Zelnak (Trustee).