Freeman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Freeman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Livingston, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $233,895 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $43,000. 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$233,895
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$43,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was up from $142,935 the year before.
59% 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 | $142,935 | 26 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $233,895 | 41 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Freeman Family 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 Freeman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 15 | $83,390 |
| New York | 7 | $50,750 |
| California | 7 | $43,150 |
| Illinois | 1 | $43,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,101 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,800 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $430 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish United Fund | Unrestricted charitable grant | $43,000 |
| Park County Environmental Council | Unrestricted charitable grant | $32,500 |
| Anti Defamation League | Unrestricted charitable grant | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Unrestricted charitable grant | $25,000 |
| Opera Montana | Unrestricted charitable grant | $25,000 |
| The Simon Wiesenthal Center | Unrestricted charitable grant | $25,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| The US Holocaust Memorial Museum | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,951 |
| Brentwood School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Counterpoint | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| University of Mt Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $4,550 |
| Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,500 |
| Stafford Animal Shelter | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,500 |
| Eagle Mount | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,000 |
| Montana Jewish Project | Unrestricted charitable grant | $3,000 |
| Cedars Sinai | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Freinds of the Third Branch | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Montana Conservation Voters Education Fund | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| National Czech and Slovak Museum | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,800 |
| Lake Charlevoix Association | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,000 |
| Community School Collaborative | Unrestricted charitable grant | $750 |
| Bozeman Symphony | Unrestricted charitable grant | $500 |
| Word Theater | Unrestricted charitable grant | $500 |
| Elk River Arts Lectures | Unrestricted charitable grant | $430 |
| Project K9 Hero | Unrestricted charitable grant | $430 |
| Congregation Beth Shalom | Unrestricted charitable grant | $400 |
| Insulin for Life USA Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $250 |
| Life for A Child | Unrestricted charitable grant | $250 |
| National Audubon Society | Unrestricted charitable grant | $250 |
| Environment Defense Fund | Unrestricted charitable grant | $200 |
| Special Olympics Mt | Unrestricted charitable grant | $200 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Unrestricted charitable grant | $150 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted charitable grant | $100 |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | Unrestricted charitable grant | $100 |
| Black Cat Holistic Rescue | Unrestricted charitable grant | $100 |
| Guiding Eyes | Unrestricted charitable grant | $100 |
| Pro Publica | Unrestricted charitable grant | $100 |
| Wounded Warrior | Unrestricted charitable grant | $100 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue | Unrestricted charitable grant | $74 |
| Montana PBS | Unrestricted charitable grant | $60 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee A Freeman Jr
- Crispin Freeman
- Clark Freeman
- Cassidy Freeman
Questions people ask
Does Freeman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Freeman Family Foundation give?
$233,895 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Freeman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee A Freeman Jr (Trustee), Crispin Freeman (Trustee), Clark Freeman (Trustee) and Cassidy Freeman (Trustee).
What does Freeman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and arts and culture.