William A Fisher II Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William A Fisher II Family Foundation is a private foundation in Traverse City, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $7,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$32,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$688,287
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,000 the year before.
31% of its 2025 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 | $30,000 | 11 | $619,529 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 11 | $653,227 |
| 2025 | $32,500 | 13 | $688,287 |
How to apply
William A Fisher II 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 William A Fisher II Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 13 | $32,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Manna Food Project | General fund | $7,000 |
| McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital Foundation | Hospice | $6,000 |
| Women's Resource Center of Northern Michigan | General fund | $4,500 |
| Harbor Springs Food Pantry | General fund | $3,000 |
| Safe Harbor of Grand Traverse | General fund | $2,500 |
| NMC Foundation | Commitment scholarships | $2,000 |
| Munson Healthcare Regional Foundation | Pediatric hematology/oncology clinic | $1,500 |
| Top of Michigan Trails Council | General fund | $1,000 |
| Tip of the Mitt Watershed | General fund | $1,000 |
| Freshwater Future | General fund | $1,000 |
| Crosshatch Center for Art & Education | General fund | $1,000 |
| Crooked Tree Arts Council | General fund | $1,000 |
| United Way of Northwest Michigan | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrea B Fisher
- W Andrew Fisher III
- Brian J Fisher
- Stephen M Fisher
- Peter S Fisher
Questions people ask
Does William A Fisher II Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William A Fisher II Family Foundation give?
$32,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs William A Fisher II Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrea B Fisher (President), W Andrew Fisher III (Director), Brian J Fisher (Director) and Stephen M Fisher (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does William A Fisher II Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, health and education.