Fite Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fite Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
50% 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 | $722,450 | 32 | $9.1 million |
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 24 | $9.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 17 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
Fite 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 Fite Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $501,350 |
| California | 10 | $320,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $85,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $60,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $52,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Fite Family Fund | Financial support | $300,000 |
| The Fite Family Fund | Financial support | $201,350 |
| Girls Athletic Leadership School | Financial support | $100,000 |
| Duke University | Financial support | $85,000 |
| Ut Foundation | Financial support | $60,000 |
| Obama Foundation | Financial support | $50,000 |
| California Hospital Medical Center Foundation | Financial support | $50,000 |
| Alsac St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Financial support | $30,000 |
| Ithaca College | Financial support | $30,000 |
| KPCC Laist | Financial support | $25,000 |
| Keck School of Medicine | Financial support | $25,000 |
| KCRW | Financial support | $20,000 |
| Kehillat Israel | Financial support | $20,000 |
| Mendez National Institute of Transp Lantation | Financial support | $10,000 |
| Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation | Financial support | $10,000 |
| The Carter Center | Financial support | $10,000 |
| Instiute for International Education of Stude | Financial support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- A Austin Fite
- Lauren Fite
Questions people ask
Does Fite Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fite Family Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Fite Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists A Austin Fite (Director) and Lauren Fite (Director).
What does Fite Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.