Freeport Speech
Preselected recipients only
Freeport Speech is a private foundation in South Freeport, Maine. In tax year 2023 it gave $22,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$22,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$15,312
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2023 was up from $6,889 the year before.
50% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $6,889 | 3 | $6,177 |
| 2023 | $22,500 | 6 | $15,312 |
How to apply
Freeport Speech 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 5 | $17,500 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Partners for World Health | General Operating Expenses | $5,000 |
| Artolution | General Operating Expenses | $5,000 |
| Freeport Highschool Scholarship Foundation | General Operating Expenses | $5,000 |
| Freeport Community Services | General Operating Expenses | $2,500 |
| Immigrant Welcoming Center of Greater Portland | General Operating Expenses | $2,500 |
| Meetinghouse Arts | General Operating Expenses | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathryn L Biberstein
- John Emory
- David Kaufman
- Rita Saliba
- Thomas Saliba
- Francisco Guzman
- Kristin March
Questions people ask
Does Freeport Speech accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Freeport Speech give?
$22,500 in tax year 2023, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Freeport Speech?
Its 2023 filing lists Kathryn L Biberstein (Director), John Emory (Director), David Kaufman (Director) and Rita Saliba (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.