Faith and Freedom Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Faith and Freedom Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,103 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,019 and the largest $15,000. 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$23,103
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,019
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$280,728
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3,762 the year before.
78% 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 | $21,110 | 4 | $235,831 |
| 2024 | $3,762 | 4 | $254,885 |
| 2025 | $23,103 | 9 | $280,728 |
How to apply
Faith and 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 Faith and Freedom Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $20,396 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,588 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,019 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mt Lebanon Evangelical Presbyterian Church | Contribution to christian charity | $15,000 |
| Bethel Fife and Drum Nsdar | Contribution to charity | $2,500 |
| Black Hawk Relief Fund | Contribution to charity | $2,500 |
| Nsdar | Contribution to christian charity | $1,588 |
| Healing Hands International | Contribution to charity | $1,019 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank | Contribution to charity | $150 |
| Bethel Park Historical Society | Historical preservation | $146 |
| Hillsdale College | Contribution to charity | $100 |
| Vietnam Veterans Inc | Contribution to charity | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Pauline Ackenheil
Questions people ask
Does Faith and Freedom Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Faith and Freedom Foundation give?
$23,103 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,019.
Who runs Faith and Freedom Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Pauline Ackenheil (Director).
What does Faith and Freedom Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.