Liberty Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Liberty Foundation is a private foundation in Dearborn, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $615,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $57,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$615,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$57,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$25.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $402,000 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 | $197,000 | 2 | $12.1 million |
| 2024 | $402,000 | 7 | $19.2 million |
| 2025 | $615,000 | 10 | $25.3 million |
How to apply
Liberty 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 Liberty Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $485,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $90,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Inter-City Baptist Church | To benefit religious or other charitable purposes. | $100,000 |
| Beth Eden Missionary Baptist Church | To benefit religious or other charitable purposes. | $100,000 |
| First Latin American Baptist Church | To benefit religious or other charitable purposes. | $75,000 |
| Mercy Hill Church | To benefit religious or other charitable purposes. | $70,000 |
| Rooted Church | To benefit religious or other charitable purposes. | $65,000 |
| Lakewood Baptist Church | To benefit religious or other charitable purposes. | $50,000 |
| Gospel Grace Church | To benefit religious or other charitable purposes. | $40,000 |
| Pillar Church Inc | To benefit religious or other charitable purposes. | $40,000 |
| Lake Orion Baptist Church | To benefit religious or other charitable purposes. | $40,000 |
| Grace Baptist Church of Hamtramck | To benefit religious or other charitable purposes. | $35,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel A Dawson
- Carolyn F Dawson
- Robbin L Vandervort
Questions people ask
Does Liberty Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Liberty Foundation give?
$615,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $57,500.
Who runs Liberty Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Samuel A Dawson (President), Carolyn F Dawson (Secretary) and Robbin L Vandervort (Treasurer).
What does Liberty Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.