Charles W Frees and Jean H Frees Foundation
Invitation OnlyEagan, Minnesota · EIN 20-7461473 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$53K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$8,000
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,060 and $9,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education Foundation | Saint Louis, MO | General operating | $24,000 |
| Rankan Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital | Maryland, MO | General operating | $9,500 |
| St Joseph Institute for the Deaf | Indianapolis, IN | General operating | $8,000 |
| United Services for Children | Saint Charles, MO | General operating | $7,060 |
| Pathways to Independence | St Louis, MO | General operating | $4,800 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $53,360 | 5 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $45,018 | 6 |
| 2022 | $114,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621919349100802
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-7461473
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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