The Froderman Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Froderman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Terre Haute, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $751,296 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $44,301 and the largest $136,893. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$751,296
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$44,301
- Largest grant$136,893
- Assets$13.5 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
47% 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 | $646,748 | 20 | $12.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 19 | $12.4 million |
| 2025 | $751,296 | 17 | $13.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Froderman Foundation Inc Mark Fuson 4325 US Hwy 41 S PO Box 10039, Terre Haute, IN 47801 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (812) 232-2364 |
| What to submit | The Foundation's standard application form is available upon request. |
| Restrictions | Charitable fields - Medical, Educational, Religious & Other Charitable fields. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Froderman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 13 | $477,403 |
| Illinois | 1 | $136,893 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $82,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sheltering Wings Center for Women | Support mission | $136,893 |
| Friends of Tenwek Inc | Support mission | $82,000 |
| Oaks Academy Inc | Support mission | $75,000 |
| Crooked Creek Food Pantry | Support mission | $68,580 |
| Union Hospital Foundation Inc | Support mission | $65,576 |
| Sisters of our Lady of Mount Carmel of Terre Haute | Support mission | $50,000 |
| MAP International | Support mission | $50,000 |
| Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc | Support mission | $49,673 |
| Wheeler Mission Ministries Inc | Support mission | $44,301 |
| The Gathering Church | Support mission | $29,999 |
| Crisis Pregnancy Center of the Wabash Valley | Support mission | $26,274 |
| St Patrick Catholic Church | Support mission | $25,000 |
| Indiana Special Olympics | Support mission | $20,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Terre Haute | Support mission | $10,000 |
| Mary Lee Maier Community Panry Company | Support mission | $10,000 |
| Gideon's International | Support mission | $5,000 |
| Kid Kare Project Inc | Support mission | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Fuson
- Pam Blesch
- Chris Froderman
- Brad Fuson
- Susan Fuson
- Joe Biggs
- Chuck Blesch
- Lynn Biggs
- Ann Froderman
- Terri Fuson
- David Fuson
- Seth Biggs
- Bennett Fuson
- Coby Froderman
Questions people ask
Does The Froderman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Froderman Foundation Inc give?
$751,296 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $44,301.
Who runs The Froderman Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Fuson (President), Pam Blesch (Vice President), Chris Froderman (Secretary) and Brad Fuson (Treasurer) among 14 officers and trustees.
What does The Froderman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and international.