Tully & Elise Friedman Fund
Preselected recipients only
Tully & Elise Friedman Fund is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $815,389 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $425,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$815,389
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$425,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2024 was up from $45,150 the year before.
94% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $45,150 | 3 | $9.7 million |
| 2024 | $815,389 | 18 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
Tully & Elise Friedman Fund 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Tully & Elise Friedman Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 | $425,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $203,389 |
| California | 7 | $80,000 |
| Colorado | 5 | $72,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Fund | Further the organization's charitable goals | $425,000 |
| African Parks Foundation of America | Further the organization's charitable goals | $200,000 |
| Telluride Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $60,000 |
| Eagle Hill School | Further the organization's charitable goals | $25,000 |
| Menlo Charity Horse Show | Further the organization's charitable goals | $25,000 |
| Giant Steps Equestrian Center | Further the organization's charitable goals | $20,000 |
| St Paul's School | Further the organization's charitable goals | $20,000 |
| Mountain Film | Further the organization's charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Uc San Diego Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $10,000 |
| National Horse Show Association | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Oregon Shakespeare Festival | Further the organization's charitable goals | $5,000 |
| American Enterprise Institute | Further the organization's charitable goals | $3,389 |
| San Francisco Opera Association | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,500 |
| Dawn Redwoods Trust | Further the organization's charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Koto Radio | Further the organization's charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Pacific Heights Residents Association | Further the organization's charitable goals | $500 |
| Telluride Emergency Medical Technician Association | Further the organization's charitable goals | $500 |
| Telluride Medical Center Foundation | Further the organization's charitable goals | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Tully M Friedman
- Elise Friedman
Questions people ask
Does Tully & Elise Friedman Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tully & Elise Friedman Fund give?
$815,389 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Tully & Elise Friedman Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Tully M Friedman (President) and Elise Friedman (Vice President).
What does Tully & Elise Friedman Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and arts and culture.