Zachary Fisher (September 26, 1910 - June 4, 1999) was a prominent Jewish American philanthropist in the New York real estate community and a major philanthropic benefactor for the men and women in the United States Armed Forces and their families, as well as numerous other not-for-profit organizations.
He 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.
Read more about Zachary Fisher: Early Life and Real Estate Career, Dedication To U.S. Armed Forces, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Other Philanthropic Support, Fisher House Foundation, Presidential Medal of Freedom and Other Honors, Other Honors
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