Faith in Families Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Faith in Families Foundation is a private foundation in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,855 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $55,900. 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$94,855
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$55,900
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was down from $103,381 the year before.
59% 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 | $79,460 | 43 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $103,381 | 23 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $94,855 | 34 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Faith in Families 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 in Families Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 13 | $71,330 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $2,505 |
| Michigan | 3 | $2,500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 4 | $2,080 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem Catholic High School | General & unrestricted | $55,900 |
| Bishop's Annual Appeal | Bishop's annual appeal campaign | $6,000 |
| John Paul the Great Catholic University | General & unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart | Faith in families foundation support initiative | $5,000 |
| Mercy School for Special Learning | General & unrestricted | $3,480 |
| Sophia Institute | General & unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Focus | Missionary natasha tax | $2,005 |
| Live Vertical | General & unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Legatus | General & unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Clergy Third Age Charitable Trust | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of St Cecilia Congregation | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Institute on Religion and Public Life | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Leadership Institute | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown | General & unrestricted | $700 |
| Catholic Medical Mission Board | General & unrestricted | $500 |
| Cay Galgon Life House | General & unrestricted | $500 |
| Dominican Sisters of Mary Mother of the Eucharist | General & unrestricted | $500 |
| Focus on the Family | General & unrestricted | $500 |
| Hillsdale College | General & unrestricted | $500 |
| Right to Life Pennsylvania | General & unrestricted | $500 |
| Sacred Heart Foundation | General & unrestricted | $500 |
| Sisters Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary | General & unrestricted | $500 |
| The Heritage Foundation | General & unrestricted | $300 |
| Church of the Immaculate Conception | General & unrestricted | $250 |
| Opus Angelorum | General & unrestricted | $250 |
| Allentown Rescue Mission | General & unrestricted | $200 |
| Saint Padre Pio Shrine | General & unrestricted | $200 |
| Cara - Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate | General & unrestricted | $140 |
| Order of St Benedict of NJ (St Mary's Abbey) | General & unrestricted | $100 |
| Priest of Sacred Heart | General & unrestricted | $100 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | General & unrestricted | $100 |
| Franciscan Friars of the Atonement | General & unrestricted | $80 |
| Eternal Life | General & unrestricted | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Freeh Jr
Questions people ask
Does Faith in Families Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Faith in Families Foundation give?
$94,855 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Faith in Families Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John J Freeh Jr (President / Director / Sec).
What does Faith in Families Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.