Fossil Foundation
Richardson, Texas · EIN 461120769 · Private foundation
Fossil Foundation is a private foundation based in Richardson, Texas. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $350K in giving and $338K in assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 111 individual grants from this funder — $6.0M awarded across 2020–2024 — including its support for adult education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What Fossil Foundation funds
Fossil Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, economic development, education, disaster relief & emergency aid, environment & conservation, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include immigrants & refugees, lgbtq people, low-income communities, older adults, women girls, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Baudouin Foundation United Sta Support AVF in its work to drive equitable funding to proximate African visionaries deepen its focu | New York, NY | $300K | 2023 |
| King Baudouin Foundation United Sta (african Visionary Fund) Support AVF in its work to drive equitable funding to proximate African visionaries deepen its focu | New York, NY | $300K | 2022 |
| Shining Hope for Communities Sustainable livelihood program to empower underserved youth | New York, NY | $200K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from Fossil Foundation
Fossil Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at fossilgroup.com.
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Frequently asked questions about Fossil Foundation
- Does Fossil Foundation accept grant applications?
- Fossil Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Fossil Foundation fund?
- Fossil Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include King Baudouin Foundation United Sta, King Baudouin Foundation United Sta (african Visionary Fund), Shining Hope for Communities. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Fossil Foundation give in grants?
- Fossil Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $350K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $6.0M over 111 grants.
- Where is Fossil Foundation located?
- Fossil Foundation is based in Richardson, Texas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 461120769.
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