The Fansler Foundation
Historical FunderFresno, California · EIN 77-0095125 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $23,500 and $96,062.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MRS MARLENE FANSLER FANSLER FOUNDAT |
|---|---|
| Address | 5713 N WEST 102, FRESNO CA 93711 |
| Phone | 5594320544 |
| Form and materials | LETTER OF INTENT NO MORE THAN 3 TYPEWRITTEN PAGES. CONTACT THE FOUNDATION FOR SPECIFICS TO BE COVERED AND ATTACHMENTS REQUIRED. |
| Deadlines | BY MARCH 31 FOR FUNDING BY THE FOLLOWING OCTOBER 31. |
| Restrictions | CHARITIES WORKING WITH CHILDREN PRIMARILY IN THE CALIFORNIA CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY |
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
0% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Fresno | Fresno, CA | Infant/Toddler school program | $150,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs | Fresno, CA | Assist at-risk youth | $140,236 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Fresno, CA | Assist at-risk youth | $128,496 |
| United Cerebral Palsy of Central California | Fresno, CA | Programs for disabled children | $115,571 |
| Marjaree Mason Center | Fresno, CA | Services for children of domestic violence | $96,062 |
| Heart of the Horse | Clovis, CA | Equine services for children w/disabilities | $83,000 |
| Fresno Council on Child Abuse Prevention | Fresno, CA | Child abuse prevention | $67,315 |
| Central California Food Bank | Fresno, CA | Food program for needy children | $66,302 |
| San Joaquin Memorial High School | Fresno, CA | Tuition grant | $50,200 |
| Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation | Fresno, CA | Eyeglasses for children in need | $50,000 |
| Down Syndrome Association | Fresno, CA | Services for youth with down syndrome | $39,700 |
| Care Fresno | Fresno, CA | Assist at-risk youth | $36,312 |
| Happy Trails Riding Academy | Visalia, CA | Equine services for children w/disabilities | $27,000 |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services | Fresno, CA | Services for deaf youth | $25,993 |
| California Scottish Rite Foundation | Anaheim, CA | Speech/Language program youth | $23,500 |
| Valley Teen Ranch | Fresno, CA | Programs for at-risk youth | $20,000 |
| The Painted Turtle | Santa Monica, CA | Camp for infirm children | $14,000 |
| Madera Food Bank | Madera, CA | Food program for needy children | $12,500 |
| Andicott Elementary | Fresno, CA | Sports day | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,146,687 | 19 |
| 2023 | $1,252,441 | 26 |
| 2022 | $1,457,504 | 27 |
| 2021 | $1,499,623 | 32 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632579349100638
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 77-0095125
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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