Fishes and Loaves Foundation
Historical FunderMontclair, New Jersey · EIN 20-2738132 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $11,850.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MELISSA BIGELOW |
|---|---|
| Address | 382 PARK STREET, MONTCLAIR NJ 07043 |
| Phone | 9735091153 |
| Form and materials | SIMPLE LETTER OF REQUEST; ADDTIONAL FOLLOW-UP INFORMATION WILL BE REQUESTED BY THE FOUNDATION IF NECESSARY. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NO REQUESTS ARE ACCEPTED FROM FAMILY OR EMPLOYEES OF THE FOUNDATION'S DIRECTORS/MANAGERS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside New Jersey.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human Needs Food Pantry | Montclair, NJ | To provide food, clothing, and other services to help people in need. | $57,500 |
| Montclair Film Festival | Montclair, NJ | General support | $15,000 |
| The Presbyterian Church of Upper Montclair | Upper Montclair, NJ | General support | $11,850 |
| Kll Foundation | Shawbee Mission, KS | General support | $10,000 |
| Spectrum 360 | West Orange, NJ | General support | $3,200 |
| The Cooper School | Charleston, SC | General support | $2,500 |
| Montclair Scholarship Fund | Montclair, NJ | General support | $2,000 |
| The Jewish Federation of Greater Metrowest | Whippany, NJ | General support | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $103,550 | 8 |
| 2024 | $76,250 | 6 |
| 2023 | $84,778 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 24, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631759349100203
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-2738132
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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