James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc
JAMES P AND MARGARET L is a private foundation based in Tampa, Florida. Its 2020 filing is marked as its final return and says that, after the originators died during 2019, all assets had been distributed before December 31, 2020. The foundation therefore appears to have wound down and stopped grantmaking.
James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc gave $1.2M across 13 grants in 2020 (avg $89K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $1,156,240
- Grants made (2020)
- 13
- Average grant
- $88,942
- Median grant
- $40,000
- Primary geography
- Florida (62% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. This policy is from its final 2020 filing and is not a current application opportunity.
- Contact
Mailing address: 3712 West Tacon Street, Tampa, FL 33629
Phone: (563) 340-3536
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Metropolitan Ministries ($525K). Together the top 10 received $1.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
13 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 7 grants of 13 (54%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2020 grant dollars went to recipients in Florida (62%), Wisconsin (26%), New York (5%), Michigan (5%), and North Carolina (2%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 13 grants totaling $1.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Ministries Tampa, FL | Unrestricted | $525,000 |
| The Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee West Allis, WI | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Wauwatosa, WI | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society New York, NY | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| University of South Florida Foundation Tampa, FL | Unrestricted | $57,500 |
| Camp Arcadia Arcadia, MI | Unrestricted | $55,000 |
| Advent Health Foundation Tampa, FL | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Tampa, FL | Unrestricted | $32,500 |
| University of Florida College of Medicine Gainesville, FL | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Chapters Health Foundation Tampa, FL | Unrestricted | $20,414 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $-99,460 | $1,160,252 | $1,156,240 | 13 | $1,003 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2020 grants included organizations whose own stated missions address homelessness, multiple sclerosis, education and university research, post-acute care, humanitarian aid, and education about fetal development and pregnancy options.
For example, Metropolitan Ministries describes its mission as caring for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness through services that alleviate suffering, promote dignity, and encourage self-sufficiency. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society says it aims to cure MS while empowering people affected by the disease to live their best lives. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not the foundation’s.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation gave $1,156,240 through 13 grants. Grants ranged from $5,413 to $525,000, with a median grant of $40,000. The largest awards included $525,000 to Metropolitan Ministries in Tampa, $200,000 to The Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee in West Allis, and $100,000 to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Wauwatosa. Other listed grants included $60,000 to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, $57,500 to the University of South Florida Foundation, and $55,000 to Camp Arcadia. The listed grants were designated unrestricted.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Barbara J Zehnder as director and secretary, Daniel J Zehnder as director and president, and Mary J Cajthaml as director and treasurer.
James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc is led by Daniel J. Zehnder, Director & President on the 2020 filing; none of the 3 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Daniel J. Zehnder
Director & President
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Barbara J. Zehnder
Director & Secretary
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Mary J. Cajthaml
Director & Treasurer
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc
How much does James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc give each year?
James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc gave $1.2M across 13 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc's median grant in 2020 was $40,000, and its average grant was $88,942, across 13 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc give grants?
James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc gives mostly in Florida: 62% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Wisconsin (26%) and New York (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Tampa, FL (6 grants) and Wauwatosa, WI (2 grants).
Does James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc's 2020 grants with a stated purpose (13 of 13) were for general or operating support, per its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc's largest 2020 grantees include Metropolitan Ministries ($525,000), The Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee ($200,000) and Our Redeemer Lutheran Church ($100,000), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 71% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc fund?
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc?
The foundation stated that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc's EIN?
James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-2334965. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does James P and Margaret L Zehnder Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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