Doris & Donald Fisher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Doris & Donald Fisher Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $28.0 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $14.0 million and the largest $25.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$28.0 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$14.0 million
- Largest grant$25.0 million
- Assets$70.3 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.0 million the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $10.2 million | 2 | $73.6 million |
| 2023 | $3.0 million | 1 | $81.0 million |
| 2024 | $28.0 million | 2 | $70.3 million |
How to apply
Doris & Donald Fisher Foundation 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 Doris & Donald Fisher Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $28.0 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DAFgiving360 | charitable | $25.0 million |
| San Francisco Museum of Modern Art | To support operations. | $3.0 million |
Officers and trustees
- Jane Spray
- John Fisher
- Robert Fisher
- William Fisher
Questions people ask
Does Doris & Donald Fisher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Doris & Donald Fisher Foundation give?
$28.0 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $14.0 million.
Who runs Doris & Donald Fisher Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jane Spray (Chief Financial Officer), John Fisher (Trustee), Robert Fisher (Trustee) and William Fisher (Trustee).
What does Doris & Donald Fisher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.