Freda B Runyon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Freda B Runyon Foundation is a private foundation in El Dorado, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $79,072 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $2,928 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$79,072
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$2,928
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was down from $80,152 the year before.
37% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $79,575 | 32 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $80,152 | 30 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $79,072 | 28 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Freda B Runyon Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Freda B Runyon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 22 | $61,625 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $9,057 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,890 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hands 4 Hope | Youth making a difference, their mission is to inspire and empower youth in leadership and service. Giving youth a platform to make their voices heard on issues affecting our community and providing them the opportunity to take action in their own way. | $5,000 |
| Loaves & Fishes Mustard Seed Program | Emergency school program designed to address the educational, social and health needed of homeless children. | $4,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club Edc Western Slope | The Landing, 40 acre sports and recreation complex and teen center. | $4,000 |
| The Friendship Circle | Friendship Circle works with adaptive bike companies from around the world to provide adaptive bikes to children and teens with special needs. | $3,890 |
| Upper Room Dining Hall | Mission is to provide meals and services to members of the community living under the strain of poverty, treating all guests with dignity and compassion | $3,700 |
| K-9 Armor | Equip canine officers with bulletproof vests at no cost through donations. | $3,600 |
| Assistance League Sierra Foothills | Serving the needs of underprivileged children and adults | $3,500 |
| Museum of Science & Curiosity | Inspiring the next generation to pursue STEAM fields of study so they can solve some of the biggest challenges such as better medical care, food insecurity and creating cleaner energy sources. | $3,500 |
| Food Bank of El Dorad County | Serving the community with Food insecurities. | $3,400 |
| Caties Closet | For every child to have access to the essentials that foster physical, emotional and mental well-being. | $3,200 |
| Seniors First | Support for seniors including hot meals, rides to important appointments, friendly visitors, information and assistance, recreational activities, and respite care. | $3,000 |
| Special Olympics of Norcalel Dorado | Transforming lives through the joy of sport for people with intellectual disabilities | $3,000 |
| Individual | A collaborative organization of non-profits who provide free air and ground transportation to patients across the United States. Helping patients in need to receive vital healthcare. | $3,000 |
| Soil Born Farms | Their mission is to give youth experiences that can have lifelong impacts on them, the farm and out plant. Giving them enriching programs at the American River Ranch and helping them build connections to the natural world, the farm, their health and community. | $3,000 |
| Fishing for the Mission | Providing veterans with the opportunity to enjoy the therapeutic benefits of recreational fishing through fishing charters. They provide peer to peer leadership development and vocational mentorship programs dedicated to preventing suicide and promoting healing among our heroes. | $2,857 |
| Food Literacy Center | Inspiring kids to eat their vegetables. Teaching children in low-income elementary schools cooking, nutrition, gardening and active play to improve health, environment, and economy. | $2,800 |
| Firefighters Burn Institute | Support burn programs and regional burn centers. Provide recovery and reintegration programs free of charge to burn survivors. | $2,575 |
| Tahoe Food Hub | Food hub Operates as a vital link between local farmers and the community, ensuring that fresh sustainably grown food reaches the people who needed it most. This program is designed to support farmers by paying them a full fair price for their products. This commitment not only sustains local agriculture but also promotes environmentally responsible farming practices that nurture the land and our communities. | $2,575 |
| Sierra Wildlife Rescue | A non-profit organization, dedicated to the mission of preserving El Dorado Countys wildlife through public education and by rehabilitating and releasing injured and orphaned native animal species. | $2,500 |
| Arc Wakamatsu Farm | American River Conservancy Wakamatsu Farm Education Center Phase 2. Wakamatsu Farm is a community place to experience natural resources, sustainable agriculture and cultural history. | $2,500 |
| K9 Benjamin Foundation | Donation given to support Officer Katie Ables canine kennel project for canine officer. | $2,500 |
| Afsp Greater Sacramento Chapter | Mission in saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. Building initiatives to further understand and prevent suicide. | $2,000 |
| Best Buddiesmontgomery Hs Chapter | Focused on creating one to one relationships, promoting inclusion and building leadership for people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities through fun activities such as the 2nd annual best buddies prom at Montgomery High School 2025. | $2,000 |
| No Time to Waste | Recover surplus food from local food donors and deliver those goods to charitable outreach program partners. | $2,000 |
| The Forgotten Soldier Project | Dedicated to offering the highest complementary integrative health care services for optimized treatment and preventive care that strengthens physical, mental, and spiritual health of veterans. | $1,800 |
| Twin Lakes Food Bank | Helping the feed the community with food insecurities. | $1,675 |
| Golden Eagles Softball Association | Non-Profit organization dedicated to improving the overall mental health of youth. Fundraiser for Del Oro Softball field lights. 30 day detox of social media of any kind to raise awareness as to the detrimental effects social media and smartphone technology have on youth today. | $1,000 |
| El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce | Hwy 50 Adopt a Christmas tree program. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Belen Brake
- Sharon Beckett
- Kaile Brake
Questions people ask
Does Freda B Runyon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Freda B Runyon Foundation give?
$79,072 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $2,928.
Who runs Freda B Runyon Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Belen Brake (Ceo), Sharon Beckett (Secretary/Cfo) and Kaile Brake (Chairman).
What does Freda B Runyon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, food and hunger and health.