The Zaphiropoulos Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Zaphiropoulos Foundation is a private foundation in Cedar City, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,600 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,200. 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$6,600
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,200
- Assets$167,667
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $20,675 the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 | $53,395 | 10 | $12,733 |
| 2024 | $20,675 | 9 | $164,894 |
| 2025 | $6,600 | 10 | $167,667 |
How to apply
The Zaphiropoulos 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 Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 9 | $6,400 |
| New York | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Children's Justice Center | General | $1,200 |
| Individual | Scholarship fund | $1,200 |
| Cedar Jr Rodeo Association | General | $1,000 |
| Nsdar | General | $1,000 |
| Cedar Barrel Racing Club | General | $500 |
| Cedar City Elks Lodge | General | $500 |
| Iron County Search and Rescue | General | $500 |
| Cedar City Fireman Relief Fund | General | $250 |
| Utah FFA | General | $250 |
| William Alanson White Institute | General | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Marie Zaphiropoulos
- Donna Christensen
- Bruce Holmes
- Chris Hone
- Jonell Hone
Questions people ask
Does The Zaphiropoulos Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zaphiropoulos Foundation give?
$6,600 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Zaphiropoulos Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marie Zaphiropoulos (President), Donna Christensen (Secretary), Bruce Holmes (Trustee) and Chris Hone (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.