Zachary Fisher | |
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| Born | September 26, 1910 Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
| Died | June 4, 1999 (aged 88) New York City, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Investor, Philanthropist |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Kenowsky |
| Children | William Crovello (stepson) |
| Family | Martin Fisher (brother) Larry Fisher (brother) |
Zachary Fisher (September 26, 1910 – June 4, 1999) was an American philanthropist and businessman. Born in the Brooklyn area, Fisher began his involvement with construction in his teen years. He then played a role in the New York real estate community for years while also serving as a major philanthropic benefactor for the men and women in the United States Armed Forces and their families, as well as being involved with numerous other not-for-profit organizations. President Bill Clinton awarded Fisher the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1998.[1]
Fisher founded the Fisher House Foundation, which builds "homes of comfort" at or near military and Veterans Administration hospitals. These Fisher Houses provide free temporary lodging to the families of veterans and service members who are receiving medical care.[2] He also founded the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation.
- ^ Botelho, Greg (October 9, 2013). "Fisher House steps up for military families, yet again". CNN. Retrieved June 24, 2015.
- ^ The Philanthropy Hall of Fame, Zachary Fisher