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Zell Family Foundation Overview

Type
Foundation
Year Founded
Professionals
2

General Information

The Zell Family Foundation is a private family foundation based in Chicago, Illinois, established in 1986 by the late real estate investor and billionaire philanthropist Sam Zell. It primarily funds organizations in the Chicago area, focusing on education, arts, cultural, health, Jewish, public policy, and social services. In 2023, the foundation awarded over $133 million in grants.

Contact Information

Year Founded:

Investment Focus & Strategy

Open To First Time Funds:
Institution Type:
Foundation

Leadership & Principals

Corporate Office:
2 N Riverside Plz Ste 600

Portfolio & Notable Allocations

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