Freeman Family Foundation
Overview
Mission
The foundation's mission is to improve communities in Virginia by supporting organizations that benefit the arts, children, and the environment.
Annual application deadlines
May 31
Program areas
Arts, culture, and humanities
Education
Environment, animals
Health
Human services
States served
Virginia
Program limitations
There are no program limitations; however, the foundation focuses on improving communities in Virginia by supporting organizations that benefit the arts, children, and the environment.
Geographic limitations
There are no geographic limitations; however, the foundation has a practice of primarily supporting organizations located in Virginia.
Grant Guidelines
The Freeman Family Foundation supports a variety of charitable causes with a focus on organizations in the state of Virginia that benefit the arts, children, and the environment. The Foundation encourages collaboration amongst organizations where possible.
Requirements
- To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Average giving
Average grant size: $5,000 to $20,000
Annual application period and deadlines
Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by May 31st to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting that occurs in July.
Communications
Applicants will receive an email confirming their submission. Grant decisions are generally communicated by October for applications received by the deadline.
Required agreements and reports
All grantees will be asked to provide a year-end report. Any grantees receiving over $10,000 will also be asked to submit a mid-year report.
Foundation Information
About the Foundation
Margaret Freeman built a history of philanthropy and community involvement with her husband, Robert Freeman. Through the Freeman Family Foundation, their children will continue this legacy.
Mission
The foundation's mission is to improve communities in Virginia by supporting organizations that benefit the arts, children, and the environment.
Annual application deadlines
May 31
Program areas
Arts, culture, and humanities
Education
Environment, animals
Health
Human services
States served
Virginia
Program limitations
There are no program limitations; however, the foundation focuses on improving communities in Virginia by supporting organizations that benefit the arts, children, and the environment.
Geographic limitations
There are no geographic limitations; however, the foundation has a practice of primarily supporting organizations located in Virginia.
The Freeman Family Foundation supports a variety of charitable causes with a focus on organizations in the state of Virginia that benefit the arts, children, and the environment. The Foundation encourages collaboration amongst organizations where possible.
Requirements
- To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Average giving
Average grant size: $5,000 to $20,000
Annual application period and deadlines
Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by May 31st to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting that occurs in July.
Communications
Applicants will receive an email confirming their submission. Grant decisions are generally communicated by October for applications received by the deadline.
Required agreements and reports
All grantees will be asked to provide a year-end report. Any grantees receiving over $10,000 will also be asked to submit a mid-year report.
About the Foundation
Margaret Freeman built a history of philanthropy and community involvement with her husband, Robert Freeman. Through the Freeman Family Foundation, their children will continue this legacy.
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