Maria Fisher Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Maria Fisher Foundation is a private foundation in Lititz, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,601 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$90,601
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees87%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,563 the year before.
87% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16,000 | 3 | $200,825 |
| 2024 | $35,563 | 9 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $90,601 | 17 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Maria 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Maria Fisher Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 12 | $79,851 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $550 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50 |
| Oregon | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Milagro House | Donation to charity | $35,000 |
| Children Deserve A Chance Foundationattollo | Donation to charity | $25,000 |
| Kamp Dovetail | Donation to charity | $10,000 |
| Assets Lancaster | Donation to charity | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Nativity School | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| A Week Away | Donation to charity | $1,750 |
| Trinity Reformed Ucoc | Donation to charity | $1,000 |
| Water Street Rescue Mission | Donation to charity | $1,000 |
| Tenfold | Donation to charity | $586 |
| World Central Kitchen | Donation to charity | $550 |
| Toys for Tots | Donation to charity | $515 |
| Edible Classroom | Donation to charity | $500 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Donation to charity | $100 |
| Leading Edge Fundraising | Donation to charity | $50 |
| QGV Special Children's Charity | Donation to charity | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Fisher
- Tricia Fisher
- Connie Fisher
Questions people ask
Does Maria Fisher Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maria Fisher Foundation give?
$90,601 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Maria Fisher Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Fisher (President and Secretary), Tricia Fisher (Vice President and Treasurer) and Connie Fisher (Board Member).
What does Maria Fisher Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.