Fischer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fischer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $60,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$60,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $65,000 the year before.
17% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $65,000 | 15 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 12 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Fischer 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.
What Fischer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 11 | $59,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Univ of Michigan - Kim Eagle Endow | Donation | $30,000 |
| Univ of Michigan - Eva Feldman Prog | Donation | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Ypsilanti | Donation | $1,000 |
| Dizzy Dog | Donation | $1,000 |
| Food Gatherers | Donation | $1,000 |
| Friends in Deed | Donation | $1,000 |
| Ozone House | Donation | $1,000 |
| Sos Community Services | Donation | $1,000 |
| The Corner Health Center | Donation | $1,000 |
| The Farm at Trinity Health | Donation | $1,000 |
| Washtenaw Promise | Donation | $1,000 |
| Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David T Fischer
- David T Fischer Jr
- Richard A Fischer Jr
Questions people ask
Does Fischer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fischer Family Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Fischer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David T Fischer (President/Director), David T Fischer Jr (Secretary/Director) and Richard A Fischer Jr (Treasurer/Director).
What does Fischer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and health.