Fishman Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Fishman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $458,515 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $162,000. 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$458,515
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$162,000
- Assets$10.6 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $499,700 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 | $498,480 | 5 | $9.2 million |
| 2024 | $499,700 | 8 | $9.9 million |
| 2025 | $458,515 | 11 | $10.6 million |
How to apply
Fishman 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 Fishman Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $258,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $163,000 |
| New York | 2 | $25,515 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UCSF Foundation | General | $162,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | General | $162,000 |
| Hoffman Insitute Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| American Cilvil Liberties | General | $25,000 |
| Leleka Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| Forward Global Women | General | $12,000 |
| San Francisco Day School | General | $10,000 |
| Brandeis School of San Francsico | General | $10,000 |
| Giant Steps | General | $1,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | General | $1,000 |
| Hadassah Northeast | General | $515 |
Officers and trustees
- Dale Ellen Fishman
- Elizabeth Susan Fishman
- Andrew David Fishman
Questions people ask
Does Fishman Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fishman Family Foundation Inc give?
$458,515 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs Fishman Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Dale Ellen Fishman (President, Treasurer, Cler), Elizabeth Susan Fishman (Director) and Andrew David Fishman (Director).
What does Fishman Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.