The Cynthia Freeman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cynthia Freeman Foundation is a private foundation in Danville, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,295 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $198 and the largest $200. 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$1,295
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$198
- Largest grant$200
- Assets$0
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2,020 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,770 | 10 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,020 | 10 | $0 |
| 2025 | $1,295 | 8 | $0 |
How to apply
The Cynthia Freeman 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 The Cynthia Freeman Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $1,295 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hospice of East Bay | charitable support | $200 |
| Jewish Community Center | charitable support | $200 |
| Society for the Blind | charitable support | $200 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable support | $200 |
| Home of Peace | charitable support | $195 |
| Benioff Childrens Hospital | charitable support | $100 |
| Lucille Packard Foundation | Charitable support | $100 |
| American Cancer Society | Charitable support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheldon Feinberg
- Carol Feinberg
- Susan Shankman
- Molly Seigel
- Nancy Devlin
Questions people ask
Does The Cynthia Freeman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cynthia Freeman Foundation give?
$1,295 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $198.
Who runs The Cynthia Freeman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sheldon Feinberg (President & DIR), Carol Feinberg (Secretary & DIR), Susan Shankman (Director) and Molly Seigel (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Cynthia Freeman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.