The Robert and Audrey Zinser Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyDel Mar, California · EIN 33-0904234 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $6,000.
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
20% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mlk Community Choir of San Dieg | San Diego, CA | Given to assist, support and promote the activiies of the donee. | $10,000 |
| San Diego Humane Soceity | San Diego, CA | Given to assist, support and promote the activiies of the donee. | $6,000 |
| Borrego Art Institute | Borrego Springs, CA | Given to assist, support and promote the activiies of the donee. | $2,500 |
| The Myositis Association | Columbia, MD | Given to assist, support and promote the activiies of the donee. | $2,000 |
| Southern Caregivers Resource Center | San Diego, CA | Given to assist, support and promote the activiies of the donee. | $200 |
The return also lists 5 grants to individuals ($30,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $51,200 | 10 |
| 2024 | $42,500 | 10 |
| 2023 | $101,500 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 26, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630579349100418
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-0904234
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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