LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund
Honor the life of lt. Dennis w. Zilinski ii killed in action by providing support to improve the morale and welfare of U.S. armed forces and their families. Additionally to provide scholarships to individuals who embody his leadership qualities and community spirit
LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund at a glance
In short: LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund gave $229K across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $46K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $228,998
- +53.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- +25.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $45,800
- +23.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $9,996
- Total assets
- $431,569
- -0.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Florida (85% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund
Who LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was K9S for Warriors ($195K). Together the top 5 received $229K.
Grant Size Distribution
23 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 18 grants of 23 (78%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
Cities
How LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund gives
- Giving grew 81% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $127K (2021) to $229K (2024). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $229K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| K9S for Warriors Ponte Vedra, FL | Sponsorship for Service Dogs | $195,000 |
| Christian Brothers Academy Lincroft, NJ | Scholarships | $14,000 |
| Wreaths Across America Columbia Falls, ME | Wreaths for Fallen Soldiers | $9,996 |
| Mission Working Dogs Oxford, ME | Trains Purpose-Bred Dogs | $5,001 |
| NJ Fun for the Fallen Browns Mills, NJ | Veteran Assistance | $5,001 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $431,569 | $398,030 | $426,791 | $228,998 | 5 | — |
| 2023 | $432,352 | $319,577 | $266,234 | $148,991 | 4 | — |
| 2022 | $376,452 | $266,319 | $327,503 | $210,990 | 4 | $278 |
| 2021 | $432,000 | $249,195 | $200,719 | $126,845 | 5 | $445 |
| 2020 | $386,033 | $152,976 | $240,745 | $140,204 | 5 | $1,122 |
About LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund
Based on IRS filings
LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund is a public charity, based in Jackson, NJ. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $432K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 5 grants totaling $229K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund's 2024 filing lists 11 officers; none of the 11 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Alan Vansaun
Board Member
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dennis W. Zilinski
Treasurer & Board Member
On filings since 2020
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joanne Trust
Board Member
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lawrence Kantor Esq.
Vice Chair & Board Member
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marion R. Zilinski
Secretary & Board Member
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matthew Zilinski
Board Member
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Phil Duddy
Board Member
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Quentin Walsh Emeritus
Board Member
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steven Hoptay
Board Member
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian Kraemer
Board Member
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Crenshaw
Board Member
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Bill Rustico (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Kevin Burke (2020–2022) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund
How much does LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund give each year?
LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund gave $229K across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $149K across 4 grants.
What is LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund's typical grant size?
LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund's median grant in 2024 was $9,996, and its average grant was $45,800, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund give grants?
LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund gives mostly in Florida: 85% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were New Jersey (8%) and Maine (7%).
Does LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund's largest grantees?
LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund's largest 2024 grantees include K9S for Warriors ($195,000), Christian Brothers Academy ($14,000) and Wreaths Across America ($9,996), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 96% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund?
LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund reported $432K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $398K.
What is LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund's EIN?
LT Dennis W Zilinski II Memorial Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 03-0601077. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 14, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 27, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 4, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 6, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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