Freewill Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Freewill Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Greenville FL, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $248,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $61,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$248,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$61,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $85,000 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 | $99,350 | 5 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 3 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $248,000 | 4 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Freewill Charitable Trust 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 Freewill Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $98,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $25,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fellowship Christian Farmers | Wordless Walking Stick Program | $100,000 |
| National Christian Foundation | Helping all children to reach their optimal physical and emotional health and well-being | $98,000 |
| PAK7 | Support of Social Media Programs in Pakistan | $25,000 |
| Filter of Hope | Evangelism by providing clean filtered water for soul and body | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia June
- Epeter H Wilkens
- Paul A Wheelhouse
- Catherine Hodges
Questions people ask
Does Freewill Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Freewill Charitable Trust give?
$248,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $61,500.
Who runs Freewill Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia June (MD), Epeter H Wilkens (Mr), Paul A Wheelhouse (Mr) and Catherine Hodges (Ms).
What does Freewill Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.