Zorich Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zorich Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.2 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $600,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.2 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$139 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.7 million the year before.
44% of its 2024 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 | $3.7 million | 32 | $81.4 million |
| 2024 | $4.2 million | 32 | $139 million |
How to apply
Zorich Family 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 Zorich Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 19 | $2.8 million |
| California | 3 | $450,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $334,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $200,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $200,000 |
| New York | 1 | $105,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $35,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $30,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Martin Episcopal Church | General charitable purpose | $600,000 |
| Hope and Healing Center & Institute | General charitable purpose | $400,000 |
| Emerald Youth Foundation | General charitable purpose | $334,000 |
| Covenant House Texas | General charitable purpose | $300,000 |
| Star of Hope | General charitable purpose | $300,000 |
| Memorial Assistance Ministries | General charitable purpose | $200,000 |
| The Goodness Web | General charitable purpose | $200,000 |
| Ucsb Foundation | General charitable purpose | $200,000 |
| Young Life | General charitable purpose | $200,000 |
| Plant With Purpose | General charitable purpose | $150,000 |
| Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute | General charitable purpose | $125,000 |
| United Way | General charitable purpose | $110,000 |
| Brain & Behavior | General charitable purpose | $105,000 |
| Connective Talent | General charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Love Has No Limits | General charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| One Goal | General charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Prounitas | General charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Small Steps Nurturing Center | General charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| St Francis Episcopal School | General charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Switch Energy Alliance | General charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General charitable purpose | $35,000 |
| Sigma Chi Foundation | General charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| Halftime Institute | General charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Jack A Vickers Foundation | General charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Child Advocate | General charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Thomas S Watson Supporting Foundation | General charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Watson Youth Golf Foundation | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Sam Houston Area Council Scouting America | General charitable purpose | $8,333 |
| Friends of Wycliffe Hall | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| St Thomas High School | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brynley Zorich Todd
- Robert M Zorich
- Robert L Zorich
- Barbara L Zorich
- Bret A Zorich
Questions people ask
Does Zorich Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zorich Family Foundation give?
$4.2 million in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Zorich Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Brynley Zorich Todd (Trustee), Robert M Zorich (Trustee), Robert L Zorich (Trustee) and Barbara L Zorich (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Zorich Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and health.