J & L Freedom Foundation
Invitation OnlyBellingham, Washington · EIN 26-2042321 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$245K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$10,027
Total assets$1.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $95,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
50% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse Mission Ministries | Bellingham, WA | Cash donation | $100,000 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | Bellingham, WA | Cash donation | $95,000 |
| Bsf International | San Antonio, TX | Cash donation | $20,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | New York, NY | Cash donation | $10,027 |
| Oakhurst UMC | Seminole, FL | Cash donation | $10,000 |
| Bellingham Food Bank | Bellingham, WA | Cash donation | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $245,027 | 6 |
| 2023 | $196,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533219349105688
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-2042321
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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