Hayden Freedom Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hayden Freedom Foundation is a private foundation in Sedalia, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $497,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$497,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.9 million | 27 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 25 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 24 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Hayden Freedom 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 Hayden Freedom Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 19 | $1.1 million |
| Arizona | 1 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $22,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $22,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Retrieving Freedom | Chartable | $497,000 |
| Open Door | Chartable | $100,000 |
| Broadway Presbyterian Church | Chartable | $95,000 |
| Show Me Christian Home | Chartable | $85,000 |
| Mo State Fair Foundation | Chartable | $45,000 |
| Whiskey Ridge Rescue | Chartable | $45,000 |
| America's Mighty Warriors | Chartable | $30,000 |
| Strong Tower Haiti | Chartable | $30,000 |
| Sacred Heart Foundation | Chartable | $25,000 |
| Casa | Chartable | $22,500 |
| Child Safe of Central Mo | Chartable | $22,500 |
| McKenna Claire Foundation | Chartable | $22,500 |
| Meals on Wheels | Chartable | $22,500 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | Chartable | $22,500 |
| Akc Canine Health Foundation | Chartable | $20,000 |
| Shriners Hospital | Chartable | $20,000 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Chartable | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Chartable | $12,500 |
| Coen's Way | Chartable | $10,000 |
| Dare | Chartable | $10,000 |
| Sedalia Senior Center | Chartable | $10,000 |
| Center for Human Services | Chartable | $1,800 |
| American Cancer Society | Chartable | $1,500 |
| Cactus | Chartable | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cathy J van Der Linden
- Sally Ann Zinevich
Questions people ask
Does Hayden Freedom Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hayden Freedom Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Hayden Freedom Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cathy J van Der Linden (Treasurer) and Sally Ann Zinevich (Secretary).
What does Hayden Freedom Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.