The Edith and Robert Zinn Foundation
Historical FunderHouston, Texas · EIN 76-0524140 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ROBERT L ZINN |
|---|---|
| Address | 3400 BISSONNET SUITE 250, HOUSTON TX 77005 |
| Phone | 7138382900 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUEST |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emery Weiner School | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $100,000 |
| Vita-Living Inc | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $20,000 |
| Child Builders | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $15,000 |
| The Lighthouse of Houston | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $15,000 |
| Center for Pursuit | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $10,000 |
| Child Advocates Inc | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $10,000 |
| Evelyn Rubenstein JCC | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $10,000 |
| Tahirih Justice Center | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $10,000 |
| Second Servings | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $10,000 |
| Jb Goldberg B'nai B'rith Towers | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $7,000 |
| Neuhaus Education Center | Bellaire, TX | Financial support-charitable | $5,000 |
| Texas Medical Center Orchestra | Houston, TX | Financial support-charitable | $4,000 |
| Camp Aranzazu | Rockport, TX | Financial support-charitable | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $218,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $91,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 5, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543099349101629
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 76-0524140
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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