The Nelson & Sara Fishman Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Nelson & Sara Fishman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $343,934 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$343,934
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $279,500 the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 | $328,100 | 33 | $5.5 million |
| 2023 | $279,500 | 33 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $343,934 | 39 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
The Nelson & Sara Fishman Family Foundation Inc 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 Nelson & Sara Fishman Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland. It also paid $12,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 32 | $293,934 |
| New York | 4 | $23,500 |
| California | 2 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Beth Am - Carob Tree Fund | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Planned Parenthood National | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Enoch Pratt Free Library | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Wypr | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Technion | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Maryland Public Television | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of MD | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Beth Am | Unrestricted | $11,934 |
| Baltimore Museum of Art | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Associated | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Fuel Fund of Maryland | Unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Mazon | Unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Maryland Food Bank | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| The Forward | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| The Jewish Museum of MD | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| American Jewish World Services | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Fistula Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Joint Distribution Committee | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| New Israel Fund | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| WBJC | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Mica | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Myerberg Center | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Central Scholarship Bureau | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Baltimore Jewlery Center | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Gil Sandler Fund | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Orchkids | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Walters Art Museum | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Baltimore Banner | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Center Stage | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Chana | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Everyman Theater | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| The Peabody Institute | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Blue Water Baltimore | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Baltimore Symphony Youth Orchestra | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Baltimore Clayworks | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Love & Cornbread | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sara Fishman
- Jonathan Fishman
Questions people ask
Does The Nelson & Sara Fishman Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nelson & Sara Fishman Family Foundation Inc give?
$343,934 in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Nelson & Sara Fishman Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Sara Fishman (Vice-President) and Jonathan Fishman (President & Treasurer).
What does The Nelson & Sara Fishman Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and education.