Arlene and Daniel Fisher Foundation

OVERVIEW: The Arlene and Daniel Fisher Foundation primarily funds grantmaking related to health, Jewish causes, the arts, and education.

IP TAKE: The foundation keeps a low public profile, which limits information available on its grantmaking priorities and activities. Most grantmaking stays in the New York area, so grantseekers outside the city will want to look elsewhere. Networking is key here.

PROFILE: The Arlene and Daniel Fisher Foundation was established in 2001 by Daniel Fisher, and his wife Arlene, who serves as CEO of the foundation. Daniel Fisher is with Fisher Brothers, manufacturing jewelers founded by his father. The foundation does not maintain a website, which makes it difficult to locate further information on its priority areas and grantmaking strategies. According to tax filings, the Arlene and Daniel Fisher Foundation primarily funds grantmaking related to health, Jewish causes, the arts, and education.

Grants for Public Health and Access, Jewish Causes, Arts and Culture, and Education

Daniel Fisher sits on the board of his alma mater Long Island University, which the family supports. Arlene, meanwhile, was on the board of North Shore-LIJ Health System, which is now called Norwell Health. The Fishers continue to support the health system.

Past grantees have included American Technion Society, Manhattan Theatre Club, Mount Sinai Health System, Temple Beth Sholom, and the UJA Federation of New York. 

Important Grant Details

Grants range from $500 to $135,000. In a recent fiscal year, the foundation gave away a little under $280,000. The Arlene and Daniel Fisher Foundation keeps a low-profile and does not accept unsolicited proposals. 

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CONTACT:

Arlene & Daniel Fisher Foundation
255 E. 74th St, Apt 24A
New York, NY 10021