Z Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Z Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Onalaska, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $223,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $138,000. 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$223,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$138,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $140,500 the year before.
57% 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 | $120,000 | 7 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $140,500 | 8 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $223,000 | 7 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
Z Foundation Trust 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 Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6 | $208,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Resurrection & Life Lutheran Church | Program support | $138,000 |
| Good Samaritan Clinic | Program support | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army Lacrosse | Program support | $15,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Program support | $12,500 |
| Tee It Up for the Troops | Program support | $12,500 |
| Gift of Life Transplant House | Program support | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House - SE MN & Western Wi | Program support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Zietlow
- Jill Zietlow
Questions people ask
Does Z Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Z Foundation Trust give?
$223,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Z Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott Zietlow (Trustee) and Jill Zietlow (Trustee).