The Fitzberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fitzberg Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 30 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$49.2 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
10% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 28 | $46.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 30 | $49.2 million |
How to apply
The Fitzberg 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 Fitzberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 26 | $1.8 million |
| New York | 1 | $220,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $125,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Educational Foundation | General purpose | $300,000 |
| Pasadena Playhouse | General purpose | $268,000 |
| Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation | General purpose | $250,000 |
| Vassar College | General purpose | $220,000 |
| One Arroyo Foundation | General purpose | $125,000 |
| United States Olympic and Paralympic Foundation | General purpose | $125,000 |
| Chandler School | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Huntington Hospital | General purpose | $100,000 |
| The Fund for Partnership for Success | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Value Schools Foundation | General purpose | $80,000 |
| Door of Hope | General purpose | $60,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General purpose | $60,000 |
| College Access Plan | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Huntington Library | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Keck Medicine of USC | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Pasadena Conservatory of Music | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Armory Center for the Arts | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Cancer Support Community Pasadena | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Foothill Family Services | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Pasadena Senior Center | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Polytechnic School | General purpose | $25,000 |
| League to Save Lake Tahoe | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Side Street Projects | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Families Forward | General purpose | $15,000 |
| McCarter Theatre Center | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Santa Barbara Zoo | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Villa Esperanza Services | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Westridge School | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Caltech Associates | General purpose | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Erin E Baker
- Catherine A Wei
- Daniel H Rothenberg
Questions people ask
Does The Fitzberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fitzberg Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Fitzberg Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Erin E Baker (President), Catherine A Wei (Secretary) and Daniel H Rothenberg (Treasurer).
What does The Fitzberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.