The Errett Fisher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Errett Fisher Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $976,806 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $62,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$976,806
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$62,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
42% 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 | $159,262 | 4 | $10.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 14 | $10.5 million |
| 2025 | $976,806 | 12 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
The Errett 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 The Errett Fisher Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 8 | $514,306 |
| California | 3 | $312,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Shalom Project | General support | $200,000 |
| American Red Cross | General support | $150,000 |
| California Community Foundation | La wildfire relief fund | $150,000 |
| Ucsb Foundation | Educational support | $112,500 |
| Wake Forest Institute of Regenerative Medicine | General support | $99,306 |
| City With Dwellings Community First Initiative | Community support | $75,000 |
| Cal Poly City and Regional Planning Dept | General support | $50,000 |
| Ifb Solutions Aka Industries for the Blind | General support | $50,000 |
| NC Congress of Latino Organizations | General support | $30,000 |
| Wake Forest University | Educational support - discovery award | $30,000 |
| Disability Advocates of Northwest North Carolina | Help to empower individuals with disabilities and/or homelessness to help them become more independent | $20,000 |
| Greenest | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory L Errett
- Carmen Errett Caruth
- Andrew Errett
- Nicholas J Schneider
- Jeff Harris
- Mark Brown
- Travis Graves
- Alexandra Stewart
Questions people ask
Does The Errett Fisher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Errett Fisher Foundation give?
$976,806 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $62,500.
Who runs The Errett Fisher Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gregory L Errett (President & Ceo), Carmen Errett Caruth (Director), Andrew Errett (Director) and Nicholas J Schneider (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Errett Fisher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and environment and conservation.