John and Sarah Freeman Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
John and Sarah Freeman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $186,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $101,500. 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$186,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$101,500
- Assets$218,223
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $227,500 the year before.
25% 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 | $167,750 | 9 | $367,607 |
| 2024 | $227,500 | 7 | $300,070 |
| 2025 | $186,500 | 8 | $218,223 |
How to apply
John and Sarah Freeman Foundation Inc 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 John and Sarah Freeman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $116,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $27,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $25,500 |
| Delaware | 2 | $17,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Briar College | Overall charitable purpose | $101,500 |
| Other Contributions Each Less Than 5000 | Overall charitable purpose | $27,500 |
| Barker Foundation | Overall charitable purpose | $18,000 |
| Lewes Public Library | Overall charitable purpose | $12,000 |
| Piedmont Environmental Council | Overall charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| St Andrew's Episcopal School | Overall charitable purpose | $7,500 |
| St Anne's-Belfield School | Overall charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Lewes History Book Festival | Overall charitable purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John K Freeman
- Sarah M Freeman
Questions people ask
Does John and Sarah Freeman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Sarah Freeman Foundation Inc give?
$186,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs John and Sarah Freeman Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John K Freeman (President/Treasurer) and Sarah M Freeman (Vice President/Secretary).
What does John and Sarah Freeman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.