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The Zell Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Illinois, Michigan, and New York. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
$86.3M
29%
BERNARD ZELL ANSHE EMET DAY SCHOOL
$30M
10%
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
$24.9M
8%
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Total No. of Grants
55
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$65K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Michigan, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $63 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 110 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN, BERNARD ZELL ANSHE EMET DAY SCHOOL, and Chicago Symphony Orchestra. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION?
ZELL FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.