Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves
Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Hilton Head, South Carolina, registered in 2009, with $134,400 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C+.
136 Birdsong Way, Hilton Head, SC, 29926 EIN 26-3604223 Since 2009
Revenue (FY2023)
$134K
▲ 38.5% vs prior year
Philanthropy median: $168K
Expenses (FY2023)
$83K
Net assets
$1.5M
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
C+
—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating214 mo reserves · +38% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation: 214 mo reserves · +38% margin earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
DTransparency10% of the rating1 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation: 1 of 5 disclosure signals earns a D on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 136 Birdsong Way, Hilton Head, SC, 29926
- City
- Hilton Head
- State
- South Carolina
- Subcategory
- Private Foundations
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $119K (FY2013) to $134K (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $0Net assets $1.5M
Operating margin
38.2%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$1.5M
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$1.5M
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $134,400▲38.5% | $83,066▼5.8% | $1,482,348▲3.6% | $1,482,348▲3.6% | 990PF |
| 2022 | $97,006▼26.9% | $88,221▼1.6% | $1,431,014▲0.6% | $1,431,014▲0.6% | 990PF |
| 2021 | $132,678▼13.9% | $89,645▲6.3% | $1,422,229▲3.1% | $1,422,229▲3.1% | 990PF |
| 2020 | $154,033▲159% | $84,336▲8.3% | $1,379,196▲5.3% | $1,379,196▲5.3% | 990PF |
| 2019 | $59,432▼25.5% | $77,873▼3.8% | $1,309,499▼1.4% | $1,309,499▼1.4% | 990PF |
| 2018 | $79,754▼33.6% | $80,971▼7.8% | $1,327,440▼0.1% | $1,327,440▼0.1% | 990PF |
| 2017 | $120,098▲4.6% | $87,855▲35.3% | $1,328,657▲2.5% | $1,328,657▲2.5% | 990PF |
| 2016 | $114,765▲66.3% | $64,914▲1.6% | $1,296,414▲4.0% | $1,296,414▲4.0% | 990PF |
| 2015 | $68,997▼33.1% | $63,922▲44.0% | $1,246,563▲0.4% | $1,246,563▲0.4% | 990PF |
| 2014 | $103,173▼13.6% | $44,405▼63.3% | $1,241,488▲5.0% | $1,241,488▲5.0% | 990PF |
| 2013 | $119,367 | $121,000▲74.2% | $1,182,720▼0.1% | $1,182,720▼0.1% | 990PF |
| 2012 | — | $69,448▲2.8% | $1,184,353▲1.6% | $1,184,353▲1.6% | 990PF |
| 2011 | — | $67,528▼7.7% | $1,165,988▲0.9% | $1,165,988▲0.9% | 990PF |
| 2010 | — | $73,155▲44.6% | $1,155,091▲6.2% | $1,155,091▲6.2% | 990PF |
| 2009 | — | $50,594 | $1,087,498 | $1,087,498 | 990PF |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 26-3604223, based in Hilton Head, South Carolina. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation's EIN?
- Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 26-3604223.
- How much revenue does Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation report?
- Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation reported $134,400 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation have?
- CharityIndex grades Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation C+, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Robert L and Frances J Zielsdorf Foundation (EIN 26-3604223) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.