Zurn Foundation Incorporated (fka Rexnord Foundation Incorporated)

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Private Foundation
Milwaukee, WisconsinSmallEIN: 396042029
Human ServicesEducation NonprofitsFood BanksCommunity CentersBig Brother Big Sister

The Zurn Foundation is the corporate foundation of Zurn Elkay Water Solutions (formerly Rexnord Foundation) supporting Basic Needs, Education, and Environment in communities where the company operates. The foundation provides grants, matching gifts, and scholarships for associates' children and posts grant information and an online grant application on the company site. Contact information ([email protected] and a phone number) and a list of board members are published on the site.

Source: Website · Mar 2026

Ideal Applicant

Local or regional nonprofits working on basic needs, education, scholarships or environment in communities where the company operates, especially in Wisconsin.

Good Fit

  • Located in Wisconsin or in a community where the company has operations
  • Programs addressing food security, education, youth services, or scholarships
  • Asking for a modest, project-specific award (many grants are under $5K)
  • Ability to demonstrate local impact or partnership with company associates
  • Willingness to use the foundation's online application and rolling submission

Geography

Moderate

Grantmaking reaches organizations in over twenty states, but about 85% of dollars are concentrated in Wisconsin, indicating a primarily in-state focus with some out-of-state awards.

Recipient Variety

Broad

The latest year shows a very broad recipient set (126 grants to 122 distinct organizations) across many purpose areas, with a large number of small awards alongside a few larger commitments.

New Applicants

Broad

Observed behavior shows many new grantees in the latest year (about 86 new recipients) and the foundation publishes an online application and contact info; filings also mention preselection, so selection appears relationship-informed but entry by unfamiliar applicants has demonstrable precedent.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026