Robert E Zetzmann Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyMetairie, Louisiana · EIN 75-2986397 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$189K
Organizations funded35
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$4.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $6,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
11% of grants went outside Louisiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulane University Foundation | New Orleans, LA | Educational institution | $30,000 |
| Lsu Foundation | Baton Rouge, LA | Educational institution | $27,800 |
| Please Foundation | Metairie, LA | Educational support | $12,232 |
| Son of a Saint | New Orleans, LA | Family services | $11,220 |
| Eden House | New Orleans, LA | Community outreach | $10,000 |
| Jesus Project Ministry | New Orleans, LA | Community outreach | $10,000 |
| Metropolitan Crime Commission | New Orleans, LA | Community outreach | $10,000 |
| Wwoz | New Orleans, LA | Public radio support | $7,200 |
| Manning Family Childrens Hospital | New Orleans, LA | Family services | $6,000 |
| New Orleans Museum of Art | New Orleans, LA | Museum | $6,000 |
| St Charles Avenue Baptist Chruch | New Orleans, LA | Church | $6,000 |
| Historic New Orleans Collection | New Orleans, LA | Museum | $5,000 |
| Louisiana Museum Foundation | New Orleans, LA | Museum | $5,000 |
| Lsu Taf | Baton Rouge, LA | Educational institution | $5,000 |
| New Orleans Womens Shelter | New Orleans, LA | Community outreach | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Harahan, LA | Family services | $5,000 |
| Greek Orthodox Community of New Orleans | New Orleans, LA | Church | $3,335 |
| Audubon Nature Institute | New Orleans, LA | Zoo, museum, parks, preservation & educational programs | $2,500 |
| Crime Stoppers Inc | Metairie, LA | Citizens organization | $2,500 |
| First United Methodist Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Church | $2,500 |
| Newman School | New Orleans, LA | Educational institution | $2,500 |
| Volunteers of America | New Orleans, LA | Community outreach | $2,500 |
| Wake | New Orleans, LA | Community outreach | $2,500 |
| Lsu Ogden College | Baton Rouge, LA | Educational institution | $1,500 |
| Tennessee Williams Festival | New Orleans, LA | Educational programs | $1,500 |
| Southern Methodist University | Dallas, TX | Educational institution | $1,500 |
| Ogden Museum | New Orleans, LA | Museum | $1,000 |
| St Michael's School | New Orleans, LA | Educational institution | $1,000 |
| The Bright School | New Orleans, LA | Education programs | $1,000 |
| Angel Tree | New York, NY | Community outreach | $365 |
| New Orleans City Park | New Orleans, LA | Beautification & educational programs | $300 |
| Alzheimers Association | Chicago, IL | Medical research | $250 |
| Hogs for the Cause | New Orleans, LA | Community outreach | $250 |
| Art Council of Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | Community outreach | $250 |
| Humane Society of Ga | Bruinswick, GA | Community outreach | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $188,952 | 35 |
| 2024 | $173,170 | 37 |
| 2023 | $184,386 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600979349101005
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-2986397
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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