Fischmann Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fischmann Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $487,097 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$487,097
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7,810
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $360,955 the year before.
41% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $360,955 | 23 | $1,507 |
| 2024 | $487,097 | 22 | $7,810 |
How to apply
Fischmann Family 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 Fischmann Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 20 | $465,097 |
| Michigan | 1 | $12,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Forum Foundation | Humantarian | $100,000 |
| University of Southern California | Education | $75,000 |
| Loyola Marymount University | Education | $50,000 |
| Wilshire Blvd Temple | Religious | $50,000 |
| USC Shoah Foundation | Education | $40,000 |
| Chabad of the Valley | Religious | $31,000 |
| The West Project | Humantarian | $31,000 |
| Swim With Mike | Education | $25,000 |
| Young Israel of North Beverly Hills | Religious | $18,517 |
| Beverly Hills Jewish Youth | Community services | $12,000 |
| Duvdevan | Educational | $12,000 |
| USC Libraries | Education | $10,000 |
| Bnai Zion Foundation | Educational | $10,000 |
| Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School | Education | $5,000 |
| Harvard-Westlake School | Education | $5,000 |
| The Braid | Religious | $5,000 |
| Yeshiva Ketana | Religious | $2,500 |
| La Jewish Symphony | Humantarian | $2,000 |
| St Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church | Religious | $1,000 |
| Iglesia de Dios | Religious | $1,000 |
| Chevra Kadisha Morturary | Humantarian | $720 |
| Chabad at USC | Religious | $360 |
Officers and trustees
- George Fischmann
- Susan Weiss-Fischmann
Questions people ask
Does Fischmann Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fischmann Family Foundation give?
$487,097 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Fischmann Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George Fischmann (President) and Susan Weiss-Fischmann (Secretary).
What does Fischmann Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.