Financial Transparency
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, ZZCEF is committed to operating with integrity and openness. Every dollar entrusted to us is stewarded with care — here is how we account for it.
Snapshot
A high-level look at where the Foundation stands today. Detailed figures are available in our annual Form 990 filings.
IRS Form 990
Our most recent annual return as filed with the Internal Revenue Service, available for public review.
Filing forthcomingIRS Determination Letter
Official confirmation of our 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Available on requestAnnual Impact Report
A narrative review of how funds were deployed each year — scholars supported, programs run, and outcomes achieved.
Coming SoonHow We Operate
Our governance and financial practices reflect the trust placed in us by donors, scholars, and the community at large.
- 100% volunteer board of directors — no paid executives drawing salary from charitable funds.
- Endowment principal preserved in perpetuity; only investment yield deploys to scholarships and programs.
- Independent annual review of financial records prior to Form 990 filing.
- Donor-restricted gifts honored to the letter of the gift agreement.
- Open-book policy: donors and stakeholders may request financial statements at any time.
Questions?
For copies of any document or further information about our financial practices, contact our Treasurer.
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