The Robert E and Polly A Zimmerman Foundation
Invitation OnlyOverland Park, Kansas · EIN 43-1921559 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$69K
Organizations funded21
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$1.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $3,750.
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
70% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beautiful Gate | Overland Park, KS | Cure of Children Disabilities | $12,000 |
| Washburn University Foundation | Topeka, KS | Scholarshipand general. | $8,500 |
| Catholic Charities | Overland Park, KS | Food For Needy | $5,000 |
| Alpha Pointe | Kansas City, MO | Assistance tothe blind. | $4,000 |
| New Mexico State Univ Fdn | Las Cruces, NM | Education | $4,000 |
| Bishop Sullivan Ctr | Kansas City, MO | Transportationfor needy. | $3,750 |
| Iglesia Christiana Bethel | Kansas City, KS | Religious | $3,500 |
| Dona Ana Humane Soc | Las Cruces, NM | Animal Care | $3,000 |
| El Caldito Soup Kitchen | Las Cruces, NM | Assistance to the needy. | $3,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Las Cruces | Las Cruces, NM | Youth services | $3,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Las Cruces, NM | Land Conservation | $3,000 |
| Sister Servants of Mary | Kansas City, KS | Care for Needy | $3,000 |
| Embrace Grace | Hurst, TX | Pregancy Assistance | $2,000 |
| Jewish Community Ctr | Overland Park, KS | Education/Fitness | $2,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Austin, TX | Assistance to Needy | $2,000 |
| Just Homes | Kansas City, MO | Housing For Homeless | $1,500 |
| Dogtopia Foundation | Phoenix, AZ | Annimal Care | $1,500 |
| Dynamic Catholic | Erlanger, KY | Religious | $1,250 |
| 816 Bicycle Collective | Kansas City, MO | Safety | $1,250 |
| Velo Cruces | Las Cruces, NM | Public Safety | $1,250 |
| City Union Mission | Kansas City, MO | Assistance tothe needy. | $500 |
| Wayside Waifs | Kansas City, MO | Animalrescue efforts. | $0 |
| Augustine Institute | Florissant, MO | Religious Education | $0 |
| Church of Nativity School | Leawood, KS | School/Education | $0 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $69,000 | 24 |
| 2024 | $55,200 | 21 |
| 2023 | $50,850 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 3, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631239349100308
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-1921559
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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