ZF Recreation Association
ZF Recreation Association is a nonprofit organization focused on Recreation & Sports, based in Lafayette, IN. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $39K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $15K.
ZF Recreation Association at a glance
In short: ZF Recreation Association gave $15K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $15K), mostly in Indiana. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $14,555
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $14,555
- Median grant
- $14,555
- Total assets
- $39,172
- -3.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Indiana (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who ZF Recreation Association funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was ZF Employees ($15K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How ZF Recreation Association gives
- In 2023 it paid out 245% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $15K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ZF Employees Lafayette, IN | Disbursement of funds for athletic or recreational activities per scope of foundation | $14,555 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $39,172 | $11,483 | $14,555 | $14,555 | 1 | — | — |
| 2023 | $40,442 | $41,874 | $4,871 | — | — | $4,871 | $1,992 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
ZF Recreation Association is led by Chuck Farner, Chairperson on the 2024 filing — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Chuck Farner
Chairperson
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Dee Dee Dutton (2023) — Secretary
- Former: Jody Orr (2023) — Board Member
- Former: Matthew Grupe (2023) — President Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "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 ZF Recreation Association
How much does ZF Recreation Association give each year?
ZF Recreation Association gave $15K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
How large is ZF Recreation Association?
ZF Recreation Association reported $39K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $11K.
What is ZF Recreation Association?
ZF Recreation Association is a nonprofit organization focused on Recreation & Sports, based in Lafayette, IN. It holds $39K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does ZF Recreation Association operate?
ZF Recreation Association has awarded grants in Indiana.
What is ZF Recreation Association's EIN?
ZF Recreation Association's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-6042877. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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