Ed and Charlene Friedman Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ed and Charlene Friedman Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Boalsburg, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $408,333 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $83,333 and the largest $250,000. 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$408,333
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$83,333
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$14.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $825,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $250,000 | 1 | $12.6 million |
| 2024 | $825,000 | 3 | $13.4 million |
| 2025 | $408,333 | 3 | $14.7 million |
How to apply
Ed and Charlene Friedman Charitable 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 Ed and Charlene Friedman Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $408,333 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation for Mount Nittany Medical Center DBA Mount Nittany Health FD | Unrestricted - the funds were provided to the organization to further its charitable, educational, and scientific efforts relating to its controling entity, mount nittany health system. | $250,000 |
| Tides Inc | Unrestricted grant to assist organization support those dealing with grief | $83,333 |
| Individual | Unrestricted gift to support their misson of services to individuals with disabilities and promoting greater independence. | $75,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charlene Friedman
- Mary Lisko
Questions people ask
Does Ed and Charlene Friedman Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ed and Charlene Friedman Charitable Foundation give?
$408,333 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $83,333.
Who runs Ed and Charlene Friedman Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charlene Friedman (Trustee) and Mary Lisko (Co-Trustee).
What does Ed and Charlene Friedman Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.