The Fischer Family Foundation 2008
Preselected recipients only
The Fischer Family Foundation 2008 is a private foundation in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $13.9 million in 166 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $2.3 million. 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$13.9 million
- Number of grants166
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$2.3 million
- Assets$228 million
- New grantees99%
Giving in 2024 was up from $700,200 the year before.
99% 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 | $9.4 million | 142 | $167 million |
| 2023 | $700,200 | 4 | $175 million |
| 2024 | $13.9 million | 166 | $228 million |
How to apply
The Fischer Family Foundation 2008 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 Fischer Family Foundation 2008 funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 60 | $7.8 million |
| Ohio | 66 | $3.3 million |
| Georgia | 23 | $1.4 million |
| Indiana | 4 | $781,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $300,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $140,200 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $120,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Educatenky | Expand educational opportunities and improve educational outcomes for all youth in boone/campbell/kenton counties. | $2.3 million |
| Welcome House | General donation | $865,000 |
| Brighton Center | Leadership grant | $500,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton | General donation | $500,000 |
| United Way of Central Indiana | General donation | $470,000 |
| Brighton Center | General donation | $465,000 |
| Villa Madonna Academy | General donation | $359,250 |
| Learning Grove | Providing exceptional cradle to career edeucational services | $310,000 |
| City of Mt Washington Ky | General donation | $250,000 |
| Covington Partners | After school programs in covington, ludlow and newport | $250,000 |
| The City of Shepherdsville | General donation | $250,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati | General donation | $205,000 |
| American Red Cross | Hurricane helene disaster relief | $200,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul Cinn | General donation | $200,000 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | General donation | $187,000 |
| Heights Schools Foundation | Scale the mental health support program | $172,000 |
| Horizon Community Fund | Nky community journalism fund | $153,770 |
| Horizon Community Fund | General donation | $151,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Central Ohio | General donation | $150,000 |
| Children's Home of Northern Kentucky | General donation | $130,000 |
| Homeaid Atlanta | General donation | $125,000 |
| Salvation Army in Central Ohio | General donation | $125,000 |
| United Way of Greater Atlanta | General donation | $125,000 |
| Metro United Way | General donation | $113,000 |
| Joe Burrow Foundation | General donation | $112,500 |
| 1N5 | Building resiliency in youth mental health education and suicide prevention | $100,000 |
| Campbell Co Imagination Library | General donation | $100,000 |
| Center for Great Neighborhoods | General donation | $100,000 |
| City Year Columbus | General donation | $100,000 |
| Eagle Ranch Inc | General donation | $100,000 |
| Found Village | General donation | $100,000 |
| Holly Hill Child & Family Solutions | General donation | $100,000 |
| Interact for Change | General donation | $100,000 |
| Lighthouse Family Retreat | General donation | $100,000 |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital | General donation | $100,000 |
| Rebuilding Dayton Together | General donation | $100,000 |
| Talbert House | General donation | $100,000 |
| The Goshen Valley Foundation | General donation | $100,000 |
| The Ion Center for Violence Prevention | Emergency shelter for individuals, families and pets escaping domestic violence | $100,000 |
| The Literacy Lab | General donation | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Greg Fischer
- Angela Waugh
- A Michelle Groeschen
- Henry Fischer
- Elaine Fischer
- Amy Fischer
- Mike Waugh
Questions people ask
Does The Fischer Family Foundation 2008 accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fischer Family Foundation 2008 give?
$13.9 million in tax year 2024, across 166 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Fischer Family Foundation 2008?
Its 2024 filing lists Greg Fischer (President / Chairman of the Board), Angela Waugh (Secretary / Vice Chairman), A Michelle Groeschen (Chief Financial Officer) and Henry Fischer (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Fischer Family Foundation 2008 fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.