Zuzus Petals
Preselected recipients only
Zuzus Petals is a private foundation in Memphis, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$53,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$957,509
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $71,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $51,500 | 7 | $929,444 |
| 2024 | $71,000 | 8 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $53,000 | 7 | $957,509 |
How to apply
Zuzus Petals 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 Zuzus Petals funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 7 | $53,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| KK Alumni Association | General operations | $10,000 |
| Memphis Child Advocacy Center | General operations | $10,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | General oerations | $10,000 |
| Individual | General operations | $10,000 |
| Chickasaw Council Bsa | General operations | $8,000 |
| Memphis Symphony Orchestra | General operations | $4,000 |
| Farmington Elementary PTO | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Nesvick
- Susan Nesvick
Questions people ask
Does Zuzus Petals accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zuzus Petals give?
$53,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Zuzus Petals?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Nesvick (Managing Member) and Susan Nesvick (Member).
What does Zuzus Petals fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.