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The Fish Family Foundation is a private trust based in BOSTON, MA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2003. It holds total assets of $6.3M. Annual income is reported at $1.6M. Total assets have decreased from $10.9M in 2010 to $8.2M in 2022. The foundation is governed by 7 officers and trustees. The foundation is involved with the japanese women'sleadership initiative program which brings women from japanto boston to receive four weeks of direct experience andtraining in nonprofit management and leadership developmentin areas of importance to women and japanese society. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Massachusetts. According to available records, The Fish Family Foundation has made 244 grants totaling $7.4M, with a median grant of $8K. The foundation has distributed between $2.2M and $2.6M annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $2.6M distributed across 110 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $1.8M, with an average award of $30K. The foundation has supported 192 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Massachusetts, District of Columbia, Connecticut, which account for 83% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 18 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$11K
Average Grant
$29K
Largest Grant
$235K
Based on 68 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
The foundation is involved with the japanese women'sleadership initiative program which brings women from japanto boston to receive four weeks of direct experience andtraining in nonprofit management and leadership developmentin areas of importance to women and japanese society.
Expenses: $230K
The foundation is involved with the japanese women'sleadership initiative program which brings women from japanto boston to receive four weeks of direct experience andtraining in nonprofit management and leadership developmentin areas of importance to women and japanese society. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 244 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MA, DC, CT.
The Fish Family Foundation has distributed a total of $7.4M across 244 grants. The median grant size is $8K, with an average of $30K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $1.8M.
The Fish Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Fish Family Foundation is headquartered in BOSTON, MA. While based in MA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 18 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alice T Borden | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $156K | $6K | $162K |
| Thaleia Schlesinger | TRUSTEE | $6K | $0 | $6K |
| Edward Takezo Fish | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Emily Fish | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Nina Fish | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lawrence K Fish | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Atsuko Toko Fish | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$3.1M
Total Assets
$8.2M
Fair Market Value
$8.2M
Net Worth
$8.2M
Grants Paid
$2.2M
Contributions
$4K
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
$432K
Total: $4.1M
Total Grants
244
Total Giving
$7.4M
Average Grant
$30K
Median Grant
$8K
Unique Recipients
192
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boston FoundationPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $1.8M | 2023 |
| Fish Family Foundation Japan OfficePROGRAM SUPPORT | Tokyo | $373K | 2023 |
| Babson CollegePROGRAM SUPPORT | Wellesley, MA | $36K | 2023 |
| Charles River EsplanadePLANTING & MAINTENANCE OF TREES IN THE STATE-OWNED PARK | Boston, MA | $12K | 2023 |
| Duet IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $9K | 2023 |
| Asian Venture Philanthropy NetworkPROGRAM SUPPORT | Union Building | $5K | 2023 |
| Lesley UniversityPROGRAM SUPPORT | Cambridge, MA | $4K | 2023 |
| Bunker Hill Community CollegePROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $4K | 2023 |
| Child & Family Services IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | New Bedford, MA | $1K | 2023 |
| Ywca OahuPROGRAM SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $875 | 2023 |
| Palama SettlementPROGRAM SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $500 | 2023 |
| Hawaii Lgbt Legacy FoundationPROGRAM SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $500 | 2023 |
| Parents & Children TogetherPROGRAM SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $500 | 2023 |
| Nami HawaiiPROGRAM SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $500 | 2023 |
| Hawaii Food BankPROGRAM SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $500 | 2023 |
| 4h FoundationPROGRAM SUPPORT | Framingham, MA | $500 | 2023 |
| Lanakila PacificPROGRAM SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $500 | 2023 |
| Pacific Gateway CenterPROGRAM SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $500 | 2023 |
| Domestic Violence Action CenterPROGRAM SUPPORT | Honolulu, HI | $500 | 2023 |
| The Boston Foundation IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $250K | 2022 |
| Rian Immigrant CenterPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $245K | 2022 |
| Woods Hole Oceanographic InstitutePROGRAM SUPPORT | Falmouth, MA | $223K | 2022 |
| Bridge Over Troubled WaterPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $200K | 2022 |
| Project CitizenshipPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $164K | 2022 |
| Agencia AlphaPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $160K | 2022 |
| Institute For Nonprofit PracticePROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $110K | 2022 |
| De Novo Center For Justice And Healing IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Cambridge, MA | $85K | 2022 |
| Caribbean Youth Club IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $75K | 2022 |
| Phoenix Charter Academy NetworkPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $65K | 2022 |
| Immigrant Family Services Institute IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Roslindale, MA | $60K | 2022 |
| Brazilian Worker CenterPROGRAM SUPPORT | Allston, MA | $51K | 2022 |
| Roca IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Chelsea, MA | $50K | 2022 |
| Mothers For Justice And EqualityPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $50K | 2022 |
| Mlac - Massachusetts Legal Assistance CorporationPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $50K | 2022 |
| United Way Of Central MassachusettsPROGRAM SUPPORT | Worcester, MA | $50K | 2022 |
| Hopewell IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Dedham, MA | $32K | 2022 |
| Aclu Foundation Of MassachusettsPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $31K | 2022 |
| Groundwork Lawrence IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Lawrence, MA | $30K | 2022 |
| Found In TranslationPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $25K | 2022 |
| Miles4migrantsPROGRAM SUPPORT | New Orleans, LA | $25K | 2022 |
| Old Dartmouth Historical Society (Dba New Bedford Whaling Museum)PROGRAM SUPPORT | New Bedford, MA | $25K | 2022 |
| Coastal Bringing Up Down Syndrome Of Southeastern Nc Inc(Coastal Buds)PROGRAM SUPPORT | Wilmington, NC | $24K | 2022 |
| English For New BostoniansPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $24K | 2022 |
| Women'S Lunch PlacePROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $20K | 2022 |
| Codman Academy Foundation IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Dorchester, MA | $20K | 2022 |
| Center For New Americans IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Northampton, MA | $15K | 2022 |
| Big Sister Association Of Greater BostonPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $13K | 2022 |
| International Institute Of New England IncPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $13K | 2022 |