Freund Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Freund Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $44,781 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,444 and the largest $11,195. 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$44,781
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,444
- Largest grant$11,195
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $42,255 the year before.
38% 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 | $42,650 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $42,255 | 16 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $44,781 | 16 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Freund Family 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 Freund Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $18,558 |
| Wisconsin | 4 | $15,083 |
| Texas | 2 | $4,476 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,732 |
| Virginia | 2 | $2,188 |
| Arizona | 1 | $744 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Flap Inc | General support | $11,195 |
| Immigrant Legal Defense | General support | $5,597 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | General support | $5,597 |
| Yosemite-Wawona Educational Fund | General support | $3,732 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | General support | $3,732 |
| National Police Association | General support | $3,732 |
| Live Action | General support | $1,444 |
| Chabad of the Bay Area | General support | $1,444 |
| St John the Evangelist Homeless Shelter | General support | $1,444 |
| Feminists for Life of America | General support | $1,444 |
| Fish Camp Volunteer Fire Association | General support | $1,444 |
| Howe Community Resource Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Sisters of the Holy Mission | General support | $744 |
| 40 Days for Life | General support | $744 |
| A&a Alexandria | General support | $744 |
| Turning Point USA Inc | General support | $744 |
Officers and trustees
- James P Freund
- Joshua G Freund
- Donna R Freund
Questions people ask
Does Freund Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Freund Family Foundation give?
$44,781 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,444.
Who runs Freund Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James P Freund (President), Joshua G Freund (Secretary & Treasurer) and Donna R Freund (Vice President).
What does Freund Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and community development.