Zetetic Institute
Zetetic Institute is a private foundation focused on Education, based in Tucson, AZ. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $162K in total assets. In 2026, it made $9K in qualifying distributions. Net investment income was $648.
Zetetic Institute at a glance
- Total assets
- $162,355
- -26.4% vs 2025
- Revenue (2026)
- $2,221
- -82.7% vs 2025
- Qualifying distributions (2026)
- $8,714
- +5.7% vs 2025
- Expenses (2026)
- $10,287
- +0.2% vs 2025
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $162,355 | $2,221 | $10,287 | $8,714 | $648 | $9,653 |
| 2025 | $220,574 | $12,847 | $10,266 | $8,241 | $10,975 | $17,367 |
| 2024 | $385,968 | $150,317 | $66,005 | $8,357 | $94,810 | $18,573 |
| 2023 | $443,748 | $285,598 | $130,347 | $12,233 | $172,633 | $20,485 |
| 2022 | $575,532 | $450,096 | $202,805 | $26,932 | $280,972 | $11,585 |
| 2021 | $559,117 | $312,716 | $139,155 | — | $198,109 | $27,161 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Zetetic Institute reported a distributable amount of $10K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Zetetic Institute is led by Henry A Hill, President & Director since 2022 (on filings since 2021); 2 of 4 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Henry A Hill
President & Director
Chairman & CEO → President & Director, 2022
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Burt Beardsley
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$250 (2022) → $150 (2026)
Gary Womack
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$250 (2022) → $150 (2026)
Ethel Louise Hill
Secretary
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: James D. Hill (2021) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $150, to Burt Beardsley (Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Zetetic Institute
How large is Zetetic Institute?
Zetetic Institute reported $162K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $9K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $10K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What is Zetetic Institute?
Zetetic Institute is a private foundation focused on Education, based in Tucson, AZ. It holds $162K in total assets as of 2026.
What is Zetetic Institute's EIN?
Zetetic Institute's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-0723852. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 6, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 20, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
Live grants for the work Zetetic Institute funds
Education Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Creative Impact Grants $500 - $2,500 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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