Maurice & Henry Freund Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Maurice & Henry Freund Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $220,418 in 67 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$220,418
- Number of grants67
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $241,489 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $241,489 | 63 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $220,418 | 67 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Maurice & Henry Freund Charitable 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 Maurice & Henry Freund Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 50 | $165,158 |
| New York | 6 | $23,300 |
| California | 5 | $17,900 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $60 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish United Fund | To further charitable goals | $30,000 |
| Northwestern Memorial | To further charitable goals | $30,000 |
| Lurie Children's Hospital | To further charitable goals | $15,350 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | To further charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Facing History | To further charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Impact Grants | To further charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Orange County | To further charitable goals | $10,000 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | To further charitable goals | $8,226 |
| American Jewish Committee | To further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | To further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Camp Nebagamon | To further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | To further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Il Holocaust Museum & Educ Ctr (Ilhmec) | To further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Paws for Life K9 Rescue | To further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | To further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| University of Chicago | To further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| US Holocaust Memorial Museum | To further charitable goals | $5,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago | To further charitable goals | $3,200 |
| Missd Fundraising Event | To further charitable goals | $3,052 |
| ACLU | To further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Latin School of Chicago | To further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| No Kid Hungry | To further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Northwestern University | To further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Paws Chicago | To further charitable goals | $2,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK Giving) | To further charitable goals | $1,800 |
| Merage Jewish Community | To further charitable goals | $1,800 |
| Chicago Furniture Bank | To further charitable goals | $1,030 |
| Cawc Chicago | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| CCC Chicago Survivors | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Deborah's Place | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Family Focus | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Children | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Housing Opportunities & Maintenance for the Elderly (Home) | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Lawndale Christian Legal Center | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| New Moms | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Lynn Sage Breast Cancer | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Margaret's Village | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
| Marwen Foundation | To further charitable goals | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James E Murphy
- Nancy B Cremo
- Marilyn Freund
Questions people ask
Does Maurice & Henry Freund Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maurice & Henry Freund Charitable Foundation give?
$220,418 in tax year 2024, across 67 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Maurice & Henry Freund Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James E Murphy (Trustee), Nancy B Cremo (Trustee) and Marilyn Freund (Trustee).
What does Maurice & Henry Freund Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and arts and culture.