Fossil Foundation is a global 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Richardson, Texas. Founded in 2013, the foundation is associated with Fossil Group and operates with a small staff of approximately 4 employees. The organization has an international presence, with operations in India and Singapore in addition to its U.S. base.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$540K
-57.0% YoY
Grant Count
13
-31.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$42K
-37.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Fossil Foundation is invested in helping young people ages 12-24 develop critical life skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. The foundation's stated purpose is to inspire global innovation that impacts people's lives in a sustainable and positive way.
The foundation addresses the global opportunity gap that prevents over a third of the world's young people from reaching their potential. Key focus areas include:
- Youth empowerment and development — supporting programs that put young people in charge of their own future
- Life skills building — developing confidence, grit, curiosity, and leadership in underserved youth
- Education and human services — particularly for economically disadvantaged communities
- Social innovation — partnering with visionary organizations to remove systemic barriers for young people
The foundation's approach emphasizes three levels of impact: empowering individuals, uplifting communities, and advancing change at institutional and systems levels.
Grantmaking
Fossil Foundation operates an **invite-only grantmaking program** and does not accept unsolicited applications.
Grant Range
$5,000 to $150,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Fossil Foundation funds initiatives globally, with documented presence and funding activity across:
- Multiple U.S. cities including New York and San Francisco
- International locations including London, India, and Singapore
- Operations spanning 5 continents
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (2023):
- Total Assets: $1.13 million
- Annual Revenue: $52,200
- Annual Expenses: $1.21 million
- Total Liabilities: $33
Alternative Recent Data (2024):
- Total Assets: $620,000
- Total Giving: $540,000
- Annual Expenses: Not specified
Historical Context: The foundation has maintained tax-exempt status since February 2013.
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
111 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Key leadership includes:
- Janiece Evans-Page — Director
- Randy C. Belcher — President
- Lydia Lim — Board Member
Leadership team members contribute their time without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOLLIE NEAL | Director | 1 | — |
| KARA DEVITA | President and Director | 8 | — |
| ANNA STUDZINSKA | Vic Pres and Director | 1 | — |
| HEATHER FOSTER | Secretary | 1 | — |
| HOLLY BRIEDIS | Director | 1 | — |
| MELISSA LOWENKRON | Director | 1 | — |
| PATRICK TURNER | Treasurer and Director | 1 | — |
| ALVARO BLANCO-HORTIGUERA | Director | 1 | — |
| LYDIA LIM | Director | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Fossil Foundation awarded a $536,000 grant for a kayak and canoe launch facility
Opportunities from Fossil Foundation, BBC Children in Need and ...The foundation continues to expand its impact through strategic partnerships with social innovators globally
Recent activity includes ongoing support for youth development initiatives across multiple continents
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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