Steven Paul Friedman Foundation
Accepts applications
Steven Paul Friedman Foundation is a private foundation in Okemos, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $2,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$8,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$279,214
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6,700 the year before.
40% 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 | $7,050 | 7 | $135,835 |
| 2024 | $6,700 | 4 | $154,388 |
| 2025 | $8,000 | 5 | $279,214 |
How to apply
| Contact | Marc Friedman 748 Walnut Avenue, Burlingame, CA 94010 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (650) 342-4045, marcfrd@pacbell.net |
| What to submit | Letter explaining purpose of grant |
| Deadlines | 9 30 2026 |
| Restrictions | Grants are only made to charitable organizations |
What Steven Paul Friedman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $4,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago | College Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Rotary Service Fund of Burlingame | College Scholarships | $2,000 |
| San Mateo Adult School | College Scholarships | $1,500 |
| Design Tech High School | Educational Program Development | $1,000 |
| Roeper School | Tuition Scholarsips | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc Friedman
- Madalyn Friedman
- Rebecca Friedman
- Cara Friedman
Questions people ask
Does Steven Paul Friedman Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 9 30 2026.
How much does Steven Paul Friedman Foundation give?
$8,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Steven Paul Friedman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marc Friedman (Director & Chair), Madalyn Friedman (Director), Rebecca Friedman (Director) and Cara Friedman (Director).
What does Steven Paul Friedman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.