Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation
The Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation is a private foundation based in Lakewood, New Jersey. It makes contributions to tax-exempt organizations qualifying as Section 501(c)(3) charities and reports that it gives only to preselected organizations.
Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation at a glance
In short: Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation gave $142K across 44 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), mostly in New Jersey. 66% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $142,183
- +1.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 44
- +7.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $3,231
- -5.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $360
- Total assets
- $594
- +102.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 66% first-time grantees (29 of 44, 2024)
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (88% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 49 Cushman Street, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Phone: (201) 572-1569
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Cong Chateau Park ($45K). Together the top 10 received $130K.
Grant Size Distribution
207 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 203 grants of 207 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 88% of grant dollars went to recipients in New Jersey and 12% to recipients in New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 44 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation open to new grantees?
66%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 29 of 44 grantees (66%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $5K. How we count
Medians: $180 first-time, $500 repeat.
- 23% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 39% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $52K (2020) to $236K (2022). In 2024 it made 44 grants totaling $142K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cong Chateau Park Lakewood, NJ | To Further the Charitable purpose of the Organization | $44,785 |
| Donors Fund Inc Lakewood, NJ | To further the charitable purpose of the organization | $20,000 |
| Cong Tiferes Yaakov Lakewood, NJ | To further the charitable purpose of the organization | $13,800 |
| Tiferes Yaakov Lakewood, NJ | To further the charitable purpose of the organization | $13,772 |
| Cong Oak Vine Lakewood, NJ | To further the charitable purpose of the organization | $13,500 |
| Nesivos Bais Yaakov Brooklyn, NY | To further the charitable purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Congregation Talmud Torah Corporati Lakewood, NJ | To further the charitable purpose of the organization | $8,500 |
| Achris Hayamim Brooklyn, NY | To further the charitable purpose of the organization | $2,000 |
| Friends of Cong Yetev Lev Antwerp Monroe, NY | To further the charitable purpose of the organization | $1,800 |
| Congregation Beis Avroham Lakewood, NJ | To further the charitable purpose of the organization | $1,800 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $594 | $370 | $147,375 | $142,183 | 44 | $142,183 | $210 |
| 2023 | $294 | $4,124 | $140,849 | $140,656 | 41 | $140,656 | $93 |
| 2022 | $1,674 | $182,934 | $237,066 | $236,470 | 42 | $236,470 | $389 |
| 2021 | $327 | — | $105,380 | $102,567 | 52 | $102,567 | $188 |
| 2020 | $16,796 | — | $51,869 | $51,691 | 28 | — | $109 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation reported a distributable amount of $210 for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation states that its direct charitable activity consists of contributions to qualifying tax-exempt organizations. Its 2024 grants included religious congregations and educational organizations, as well as organizations working in other areas. For example, Hatzolah Emergency Medical Services describes its mission as providing emergency first aid in Lakewood, and Rofeh Cholim Cancer Society says it assists cancer patients and their families.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 44 grants totaling $142,183. Grants ranged from $18 to $44,785, with a median of $360. Its largest grants included Cong Chateau Park in Lakewood, New Jersey ($44,785); Donors Fund Inc. in Lakewood ($20,000); Cong Tiferes Yaakov in Lakewood ($13,800); Tiferes Yaakov in Lakewood ($13,772); Cong Oak Vine in Lakewood ($13,500); and Nesivos Bais Yaakov in Brooklyn, New York ($10,000). The stated purpose for these grants was to further the recipient organizations’ charitable purposes.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jacob Fischer, Malka Fischer, and Joel Friedman as trustees.
Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jacob Fischer
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joel Friedman
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Malka Fischer
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation
How much does Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation give each year?
Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation gave $142K across 44 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $141K across 41 grants.
What is Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation's typical grant size?
Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $360, and its average grant was $3,231, across 44 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation that year got $2K on average.
Where does Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation give grants?
Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation gives mostly in New Jersey: 88% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was New York (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Lakewood, NJ (27 grants), Brooklyn, NY (9 grants), Monsey, NY (3 grants) and Monroe, NY (2 grants).
Who are Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation's largest grantees?
Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Cong Chateau Park ($44,785), Donors Fund Inc ($20,000) and Cong Tiferes Yaakov ($13,800), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 55% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation?
Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation reported $594 in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $142K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $210 (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation fund?
The foundation states that its direct charitable activity consists of contributions to qualifying tax-exempt organizations. Its 2024 grants included religious congregations and educational organizations, as well as organizations working in other areas. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation's EIN?
Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-2423751. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Jacob and Malka Fischer Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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