Eileen Fisher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eileen Fisher Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $166,650 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$166,650
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $339,823 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 | $339,823 | 29 | $11.1 million |
| 2024 | $166,650 | 23 | $11.3 million |
How to apply
Eileen Fisher 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 Eileen Fisher Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 18 | $105,650 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 3 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Omega Institute | Personal development | $25,000 |
| Presencing Institute | New economy | $25,000 |
| Storydancer Project | Women | $25,000 |
| North Star Fund | Human rights | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Women | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic | Women | $10,000 |
| Riverkeeper Inc | Environmental | $10,000 |
| Scenic Hudson | Environmental | $10,000 |
| Urban Resource Institute | Women | $6,500 |
| New York Women's Foundation | Women | $5,000 |
| One Earth Philanthropy | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Tides (Tides Network) | Human rights | $5,000 |
| Westchester Community Foundation | Local | $5,000 |
| Longhouse Reserve | Environmental | $3,000 |
| Community Resource Center | Human rights | $2,500 |
| Irvington PTSA | Local | $2,500 |
| Yes She Can | Youth empowerment | $2,500 |
| IMPACT100 Westchester | Women | $1,150 |
| Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (Chyp) | Youth empowerment | $1,000 |
| Hope and Resilience Long Island | Women | $1,000 |
| Irvington Fire Department | Local | $500 |
| Irvington Police Benevolent Association | Local | $500 |
| Irvington Volunteer Ambulance Corps | Local | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Eileen Fisher
Questions people ask
Does Eileen Fisher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eileen Fisher Foundation give?
$166,650 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Eileen Fisher Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eileen Fisher (Trustee).
What does Eileen Fisher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, community development and youth programs.