G A Fliesbach Foundation
Preselected recipients only
G A Fliesbach Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $278,500 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$278,500
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $240,400 the year before.
23% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $264,500 | 30 | $4.7 million |
| 2023 | $20,000 | 1 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $240,400 | 23 | $5.3 million |
| 2025 | $278,500 | 27 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
G A Fliesbach 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What G A Fliesbach Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $142,500 |
| Nebraska | 12 | $122,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $7,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $6,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uc San Diego Foundation | Center for Marine Diversity Conservation | $25,000 |
| Walter Munk Fnd for the Oceans | Ocean Awareness | $20,000 |
| Individual | General Fund | $19,500 |
| Individual | general ops | $15,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | general ops | $15,000 |
| Oregon Trail Community Foundation | General Fund | $12,000 |
| CAPstone Advocacy Center - Western | general ops | $10,000 |
| Cirrus House | Programs and/or Reserve Account | $10,000 |
| Individual | general ops | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Midwest Theater | general ops | $10,000 |
| Lions Tigers and Bears | general ops | $10,000 |
| Mission Valley YMCA | general ops | $10,000 |
| Panhandle Humane Society | general ops | $10,000 |
| Riverside Discovery Center | general ops | $10,000 |
| Scottsbluff Family YMCA | general ops | $10,000 |
| Scottsbluff Schools Foundation | Auditorium Project | $10,000 |
| Theater West Summer Repertory | general ops | $10,000 |
| West Nebraska Arts Center | general ops | $10,000 |
| Individual | General Fund | $10,000 |
| Project Amigo | General Fund | $10,000 |
| Individual | general ops | $7,000 |
| Susan G Komen 3-DAY | Breast Cancer Walk sponsorships | $6,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D Ca Chap JDRF | Shapiro Bike Ride Fundraiser | $5,000 |
| Navy Marine Corps Proud Foundation | general ops | $5,000 |
| OPERA4KIDS | general ops | $5,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Fundraising Walk Sponsorship | $3,000 |
| Charity Navigator | General Fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gail Fliesbach
- Gloria Koch
Questions people ask
Does G A Fliesbach Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does G A Fliesbach Foundation give?
$278,500 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs G A Fliesbach Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gail Fliesbach (President & CEO) and Gloria Koch (Secretary/CFO).
What does G A Fliesbach Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and animals.