Charles W Frees and Jean H Frees Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles W Frees and Jean H Frees Foundation is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,360 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $24,000. 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$53,360
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
80% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $114,000 | 8 | $999,099 |
| 2023 | $45,018 | 6 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 7 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $53,360 | 5 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Charles W Frees and Jean H Frees 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 4 | $45,360 |
| Indiana | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Special Education Foundation | General operating | $24,000 |
| Rankan Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital | General operating | $9,500 |
| St Joseph Institute for the Deaf | General operating | $8,000 |
| United Services for Children | General operating | $7,060 |
| Pathways to Independence | General operating | $4,800 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Charles W Frees and Jean H Frees Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles W Frees and Jean H Frees Foundation give?
$53,360 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Charles W Frees and Jean H Frees Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).