The Zions Bancorporation Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Zions Bancorporation Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 178 grants; the typical grant was $2,570 and the largest $100,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants178
- Typical grant$2,570
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$45.1 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.2 million the year before.
56% 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 | $2.2 million | 232 | $42.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 178 | $45.1 million |
How to apply
The Zions Bancorporation 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 The Zions Bancorporation Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 11 | $450,500 |
| Texas | 47 | $295,360 |
| California | 15 | $212,000 |
| Nevada | 33 | $151,000 |
| Arizona | 29 | $132,000 |
| Colorado | 30 | $120,675 |
| Washington | 8 | $48,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $5,325 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shelter the Homeless Committee Inc | Support ending homelessness | $100,000 |
| United Way of Greater Houston | Create opportunities for individuals and families to thrive | $100,000 |
| National Ability Center | Provide adaptive recreation opportunities | $70,000 |
| Ririe-Woodbury Dance Foundation | Pursue ongoing inclusion in dance | $70,000 |
| Maliheh Free Clinic | Provide free access to urgent medical care | $50,000 |
| Stella H Oaks Charitable Foundation | Support single-mother scholarship | $50,000 |
| University of Nevada Las Vegas Foundation | Support student athletics | $36,000 |
| Child Care Resource Center Inc | Support children and families | $35,000 |
| Accessity | Provide small business owners with technical assistance | $34,000 |
| Childrens Center | Provide mental health care to children | $33,000 |
| Lucky Duck Foundation | Prevent and alleviate suffering of homelessness | $26,000 |
| Gary and Jeanette Herbert Foundation | Support education efforts around public policy | $25,000 |
| Greater Houston Partnership Foundation | Support economic development | $25,000 |
| Neighborhood Housing Services of Los Angeles County | Financial counseling and education programs | $25,000 |
| University of Nevada Las Vegas Foundation | Fund scholarship for lee business school | $25,000 |
| Grand Canyon University | Provide college scholarships | $24,000 |
| Spirit Golf Association | Promote amateur golf | $21,750 |
| Nature Conservancy | Support conservation priorities in utah | $20,000 |
| Sutherland Institute | Support community-driven public policy solutions | $20,000 |
| Treasure House | Support young adults with idds | $20,000 |
| United Way of Greater Houston | Create opportunity for individuals and families to thrive | $20,000 |
| Feeding San Diego | Provide food to the homeless | $15,000 |
| Hopewest | Specialized medical care | $15,000 |
| Ventura County Community Development Corporation | Provide homebuyer education to low-moderate income residents | $15,000 |
| Aspen Education Foundation | Supprt high quality education | $11,000 |
| Cal State Fullerton Philanthropic Foundation | Support student success | $10,000 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Utah Inc | Promote solidarity with israel | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver Inc | Support affordable housing project | $10,000 |
| Lion Global Foundation | Foster cross-cultural understanding | $10,000 |
| Lion Global Foundation | Support mizel museum and cell | $10,000 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | Support affordable housing | $10,000 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | Lead impactful community partnerships | $10,000 |
| Nevada Hand Inc | Provide affordable housing | $10,000 |
| Plymouth Housing Group | Subsidize low-income housing for seniors | $10,000 |
| San Diego Society of Natural History Balboa Park | Support museum research and exhibits | $10,000 |
| United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona Inc | Support mental well-being | $10,000 |
| Valley of the Sun United Way | Support community development | $10,000 |
| Centro de Salud de la Comunidad de San Ysidro Inc | Improve community health | $9,000 |
| United Way of King County | Providing support to local nonprofits | $8,900 |
| The Young Mens Christian Association of Greater Seattle | Educational and support programs for youth | $8,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Harris Simmons
- Paul Burdiss
- Rebecca Robinson
Questions people ask
Does The Zions Bancorporation Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zions Bancorporation Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 178 grants, with a typical grant of $2,570.
Who runs The Zions Bancorporation Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Harris Simmons (Trustee/President), Paul Burdiss (Trustee) and Rebecca Robinson (Trustee).
What does The Zions Bancorporation Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and housing and homelessness.