The Friend Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Friend Foundation is a private foundation in Grain Valley, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $18,482 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $663 and the largest $7,736. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$18,482
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$663
- Largest grant$7,736
- Assets$151,146
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $17,857 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $17,857 | 16 | $148,952 |
| 2024 | $18,482 | 11 | $151,146 |
How to apply
The Friend 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 Friend Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | $7,736 |
| Texas | 5 | $6,062 |
| Missouri | 4 | $4,384 |
| Kansas | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Automotive grocery housing travel medical assistance | $7,736 |
| Individual | Medical food veterinary clothing household funeral assistance | $2,898 |
| Individual | Housing assistance scholarship | $2,662 |
| Individual | Travel assistance | $1,828 |
| Individual | Assistance with clothing medication medical needs educational materials bills and meals | $1,356 |
| Panhandle Fire Relief | Wildfire relief | $663 |
| Individual | Trailer rental | $563 |
| Individual | Grant | $300 |
| Individual | Grant | $200 |
| Individual | Fishing activities | $166 |
| Individual | Funeral contribution | $110 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter T Friend
- Teresa E Friend
Questions people ask
Does The Friend Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Friend Foundation give?
$18,482 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $663.
Who runs The Friend Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Peter T Friend (Executive Trustee) and Teresa E Friend (Trustee - Secretary).
What does The Friend Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, housing and homelessness and food and hunger.