The Shelk Fischer Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Shelk Fischer Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Dothan, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $181,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$181,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,000 the year before.
20% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $65,000 | 19 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 18 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $181,000 | 20 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Shelk Fischer Family Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Shelk Fischer Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 9 | $134,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 4 | $9,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kulturecity | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Taps (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Armstead Academic Project | Charitable | $6,000 |
| K9S for Warriors | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Wiregrass Children's Home | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Wiregrass Food Bank | Charitable | $6,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Canine Assistants | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Children's of Alabama | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Family Access Network Foundation (Fan) | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Girls Incorporated (Dothan) | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army of Dothan | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sheilah A Doyle Foundation | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Wiregrass Humane Society | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Fur (Felines Under Rescue) | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Humane Society of the Ochocos | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Wiregrass United Way | Charitable | $2,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Crook County Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| World Forestry Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephanie S Fischer
- Stillman Fischer
- Collin Fischer
- Clark Shelk
Questions people ask
Does The Shelk Fischer Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shelk Fischer Family Foundation Inc give?
$181,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Shelk Fischer Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephanie S Fischer (President), Stillman Fischer (Director), Collin Fischer (Director) and Clark Shelk (Director).
What does The Shelk Fischer Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, animals and human services.