The Freeman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Freeman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Needham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,398 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $25 and the largest $12,000. 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$30,398
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$25
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$628,955
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $34,227 the year before.
50% 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 | $24,750 | 7 | $577,174 |
| 2024 | $34,227 | 14 | $589,153 |
| 2025 | $30,398 | 20 | $628,955 |
How to apply
The Freeman 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 The Freeman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 2 | $16,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $12,018 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $1,043 |
| Florida | 1 | $698 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $361 |
| New York | 4 | $127 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $54 |
| California | 2 | $36 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $36 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Svaroopa Vidya Ashram | Education | $12,000 |
| Noble and Greenough School | Education | $11,000 |
| Bates College | Education | $5,000 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital | Medical | $1,000 |
| Givengain Foundation | Fundraising platform | $698 |
| Alive Rescue | Educationanimal rescue | $361 |
| Anti Defamation League | Education | $55 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster relief and blood management | $36 |
| American Friends of Tel Aviv University | Education | $36 |
| The Park School | Education | $25 |
| Northwestern University | Education | $25 |
| Hillel International | Religious | $18 |
| World Jewish Congress | Education | $18 |
| American Jewish Committee | Education | $18 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Education | $18 |
| US Holocaust Memorial Museum | Education | $18 |
| Stand With US | Education | $18 |
| Jewish Institute for National Security of America | Education | $18 |
| Hebrew Senior Life | Education | $18 |
| Joint Distribution Committee | Humanitarian organization | $18 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott D Freeman
- Kristine M Freeman
Questions people ask
Does The Freeman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Freeman Family Foundation give?
$30,398 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $25.
Who runs The Freeman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott D Freeman (Trustee) and Kristine M Freeman (Trustee).
What does The Freeman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.