Fisher Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fisher Family Foundation is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $52,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $10,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$52,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$10,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$32.9 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
75% 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 | $1.3 million | 5 | $21.3 million |
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 2 | $23.4 million |
| 2024 | $52,000 | 4 | $32.9 million |
How to apply
Fisher Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $42,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maimonides School | Operating support | $30,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Operating support | $11,000 |
| Meor Israel Moreshet Yahad | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Massart Foundation | Operating support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald Fisher
- Lisa Rosenbaum
Questions people ask
Does Fisher Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fisher Family Foundation give?
$52,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $10,500.
Who runs Fisher Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ronald Fisher (Trustee) and Lisa Rosenbaum (Trustee).