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
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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
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include The Big Picture Company ($150,000), Glasswing International USA Inc ($100,000), The Nudge Foundation ($70,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Nudge Foundation Irving, TX | Support youth-driven social innovation and entrepreneurship | $70,000 |
| Griptape Inc New York, NY | Support youth-driven learning experiences | $40,000 |
| Medha Learning Foundation | Support the organizations mission to prepare youth in underserved regions of India for lives after school by scaling Medhas holistic model towards impacting 1M plus youth by 2026 | $5,000 |
| Big Thought Dallas, TX | Donation to honor service of board member | $5,000 |
| The Big Picture Company Dallas, TX | Support Upstream a collaborative initiative that seeks to reimagine alternative education through a focus on youth engagement empowerment and agency | $150,000 |
| Micro Rainbow International | Support the organizations mission to create opportunites for LGBTQI youth and refugees to explore their potential in life | $20,000 |
| Business United Investing Lending Redwood City, CA | Support the organizations mission to empower underserverd youth with an entreprenurial midset 21st century skills and social capital to achieve economic and social mobility | $25,000 |
| Glasswing International USA Inc New York, NY | Support the replication and expansion into Mexico in partnership with the local government and healthcare institutions | $100,000 |
| Millennium Campus Network Inc Boston, MA | Support the organizations mission to empower underserved youth through its flagship Community Appretice program | $45,000 |
| Half The Sky Foundation Berkeley, CA | Donation to honor service of board member | $5,000 |
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Fossil Foundation fund?
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…
How do I apply for a grant from Fossil Foundation?
Fossil Foundation operates an **invite-only grantmaking program** and does not accept unsolicited applications. **Grant Activity:** • Annual giving: approximately $540,000 • Number of grants: 13 grants annually • Grant range: $5,000 to $150,000 • Median grant size: $30,000 • Giving rate: 87.2% of assets **Notable Partnerships and Investments:** • Early investor in Educate Girls (2014), supporting its growth from 50 rural villages in India to over 20,000 villages, currently supporting over 1 mil…
Where does Fossil Foundation make 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
What size grants does Fossil Foundation award?
In 2024, Fossil Foundation awarded 13 grants totaling $540K — an average of about $42K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Fossil Foundation's EIN?
Fossil Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-1120769. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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