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The James & Lorraine Zerrusen

Teutopolis, Illinois  ·  EIN 842526371  ·  Private foundation

The James & Lorraine Zerrusen is a Illinois-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $1.6M in annual giving against $1.8M in assets. This page documents the 16 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for The James & Lorraine Zerrusen — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$1.6M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$1.8M
Total assets
16
Grants tracked
2023
Most recent grant

What The James & Lorraine Zerrusen funds

The James & Lorraine Zerrusen's giving carries a documented focus on community improvement.

Community Improvement

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for The James & Lorraine Zerrusen, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Newman Connection
GENERAL
Teutopolis, IL$1.5M2022
Newman Connection
GENERAL
Teutopolis, IL$1.3M2020
Newman Connection
GENERAL
Teutopolis, IL$1.1M2023
Catholic Medical Association
GENERAL
Fort Washington, PA$165K2020
Catholic Medical Association
GENERAL
Fort Washington, PA$150K2022
Foundation for Catholic Values
GENERAL
Arlington, TX$80K2020
John Paull II Healing Institute
GENERAL
Tallahassee, FL$40K2020
Southern Ilinois Community Foundation
GENERAL
Effingham, IL$25K2022
Southern Ilinois Community Foundation
GENERAL
Effingham, IL$25K2023
St Edmund Retreat
GENERAL
Mystic, CT$24K2020
Father Fred Foundation
GENERAL
Traverse City, MI$15K2023
The Study Shoppe
GENERAL
Effingham, IL$5K2023
Effingham County Fair Association
GENERAL
Effingham, IL$5K2022
The Study Shoppe
GENERAL
Effingham, IL$5K2022
The Study Shoppe
GENERAL
Effingham, IL$5K2020

The James & Lorraine Zerrusen giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$1.6M
2022$1.7M
2023$1.2M

How to apply for funding from The James & Lorraine Zerrusen

The James & Lorraine Zerrusen's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about The James & Lorraine Zerrusen

Does The James & Lorraine Zerrusen accept grant applications?
The James & Lorraine Zerrusen's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does The James & Lorraine Zerrusen fund?
The James & Lorraine Zerrusen's grants focus on community improvement. Recent recipients include Newman Connection, Newman Connection, Newman Connection. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does The James & Lorraine Zerrusen give in grants?
The James & Lorraine Zerrusen reported $1.6M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.5M over 16 grants.
Where is The James & Lorraine Zerrusen located?
The James & Lorraine Zerrusen is based in Teutopolis, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 842526371.
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About this profile. This page is built from The James & Lorraine Zerrusen's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with The James & Lorraine Zerrusen. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.