Zimmerman Foundation Inc
Historical FunderOrlando, Florida · EIN 85-4130721 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | GRANT REQUESTS |
|---|---|
| Address | 501 N MAGNOLIA AVENUE, ORLANDO FL 32801 |
| Phone | 4074285121 |
| Form and materials | THE ACTIVITIES OF THE FOUNDATION TO MAKE CHARITABLE GRANTS WILL FURTHER THE FOUNDATION'S CHARITABLE, SCIENTIFIC, RELIGIOUS, LITERARY AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES. THE FOUNDATION MAY SELECT RECIPIENTS BASED ON GRANT REQUESTS FROM PUBLIC CHARITIES AND GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES. ALL FORMAL AND INFORMAL GRANT PROPOSALS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS INCLUDING THE PURPOSE OF THE GRANT REQUEST AND CONTACT INFORMATION FOR ACCEPTANCE OR DENIAL PURPOSES. NO SPECIFIC FORM IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A REQUEST, HOWEVER, THE REQUEST MUST BE MADE IN WRITING AND DELIVERED TO THE PRIMARY OFFICE AT 501 N. MAGNOLIA AVENUE, ORLANDO FL 32801. |
| Deadlines | SUBMISSIONS WILL BE EVALUATED ON A PERIODIC BASIS IN WHICH THE BOARD MEETS AND DECIDES ON SOLICITED |
| Restrictions | THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS WILL MEET TO DECIDE ON CASH GRANT AMOUNTS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO APPROVE THAT HAVE SUBMIT GRANT PROPOSALS. |
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
13% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Florida Foundation Inc | Gainesville, FL | Support | $100,000 |
| United Arts of Central Florida | Orlando, FL | Support | $92,150 |
| Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando | Winter Park, FL | Support | $70,000 |
| Chabad of Altamonte Springs Inc | Altamonte Springs, FL | Support | $50,000 |
| Winter Park Library Assn | Winterpark, FL | Support | $15,000 |
| Winter Park Institute Inc | winter park, FL | support | $10,000 |
| Adult Literacy League | winter park, FL | support | $10,000 |
| The Marine Discovery Center | new smyrna beach, FL | support | $10,000 |
| Chabad-Lubavitch of Greater Orlando Inc | winter park, FL | support | $10,000 |
| American Cancer Society | atlanta, GA | support | $5,000 |
| Lift Orlando Inc | Orlando, FL | support | $5,000 |
| Atlantic Center for the Arts Inc | new smyrna beach, FL | support | $5,000 |
| The Aspen Institute Inc (Aspen Words program) | aspen, CO | support | $3,000 |
| The Nemours Foundation | Orlando, FL | support | $2,000 |
| Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra | Orlando, FL | support | $1,200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $388,350 | 15 |
| 2024 | $342,970 | 8 |
| 2023 | $185,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 24, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642679349100209
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-4130721
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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