The Jill and Mark Fishman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jill and Mark Fishman Foundation is a private foundation in Manalapan, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $499,500. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$499,500
- Assets$10.3 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.3 million the year before.
58% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.3 million | 24 | $10.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 31 | $10.3 million |
How to apply
The Jill and Mark Fishman 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 Jill and Mark Fishman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 20 | $1.2 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $303,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $180,000 |
| New York | 4 | $103,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation or Greater Phila | General operating | $499,500 |
| Friends of Libi | General operating | $302,000 |
| The Trustees of the University of Penn | General operating | $250,000 |
| Johns Hopkins | General operating | $180,000 |
| Friends of Ofanim | General operating | $125,000 |
| Emily's Entourage | General operating | $100,000 |
| Central Fund of Israel | General operating | $50,000 |
| National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership | General operating | $30,000 |
| Drexel Hillel | General operating | $25,000 |
| Har Zion Temple | General operating | $25,000 |
| Weitzman National Museum | General operating | $25,000 |
| Wistar Institute | General operating | $25,000 |
| Bryn Mawr Hospital Foundation | General operating | $20,000 |
| Birthright Israel | General operating | $18,000 |
| Philly Friendship Circle | General operating | $15,000 |
| The Chevra | General operating | $15,000 |
| Drexel University | General operating | $10,000 |
| Duke University | General operating | $10,000 |
| Jewish Relief Agency | General operating | $10,000 |
| JFCS | General operating | $10,000 |
| Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance | General operating | $10,000 |
| Selfless Love Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General operating | $5,000 |
| Children's Crisis Treatment Center | General operating | $5,000 |
| Giffords | General operating | $5,000 |
| Moving Traditions | General operating | $5,000 |
| Perelman Jewish Day School | General operating | $5,000 |
| USC Shoah Foundation | General operating | $5,000 |
| Fels | General operating | $2,500 |
| Mural Arts | General operating | $1,500 |
| Williams College Alumni Fund | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Fishman
- Jill Fishman
Questions people ask
Does The Jill and Mark Fishman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jill and Mark Fishman Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Jill and Mark Fishman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Fishman (Trustee) and Jill Fishman (Trustee).
What does The Jill and Mark Fishman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.