Roger L and Laura D Zeller Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Roger L and Laura D Zeller Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $143,690 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,875 and the largest $63,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$143,690
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,875
- Largest grant$63,500
- Assets$771,017
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was down from $197,634 the year before.
8% 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 | $323,204 | 19 | $765,354 |
| 2024 | $197,634 | 21 | $634,661 |
| 2025 | $143,690 | 14 | $771,017 |
How to apply
| Contact | Ron Herrmann 111 W Olmos Dr, San Antonio, TX 78212-1955 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (210) 256-9168 |
| What to submit | Appliction should include proof of status under i.r.c. 509(a)(1) |
| Restrictions | Contributions given are limited to the following areas: healthcare, zoo and animal welfare, promotion of education ad charities related to |
What Roger L and Laura D Zeller Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $143,440 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas Health Science Center | Charitable | $63,500 |
| St Mary's University | Charitable | $25,500 |
| San Antonio Zoological Society | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Texas Biomed Research Institute | Charitable | $13,600 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| San Antonio Museum of Art | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Texas Biomedical Forum | Charitable | $3,250 |
| Saint Mary's Hall | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Ballet San Antonio | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The University of Texas Health Science Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Southwest School of Art | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ut Health Biggs Institute | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Brisco Western Art Museum | Charitable | $590 |
| Manhattan Institute | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald J Herrmann
- Karen H Herrmann
- David S Herrmann
- Emilie H Petty
Questions people ask
Does Roger L and Laura D Zeller Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Roger L and Laura D Zeller Charitable Foundation give?
$143,690 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,875.
Who runs Roger L and Laura D Zeller Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald J Herrmann (Trustee), Karen H Herrmann (Trustee), David S Herrmann (Trustee) and Emilie H Petty (Trustee).
What does Roger L and Laura D Zeller Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.