Tom and Kathy Freston Foundation
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 73-6350005 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$233K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$364K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $25,000.
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
75% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The One Campain | Washington, DC | General | $50,000 |
| New America | Washington, DC | General | $50,000 |
| Young Eisner Scholars | Inglewood, CA | General | $50,000 |
| Beyond Type 1 | San Mateo, CA | General | $25,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | New York, NY | General | $20,000 |
| The Nature Conservacy | Arlington, VA | General | $20,000 |
| Friends of Auaf | Alexandria, VA | General | $5,000 |
| Turquoise Mountain Foundation | Washington, DC | General | $5,000 |
| Dunelm USA | Denver, CO | General | $2,500 |
| Santa Barbara Bucket Brigade | Santa Barbara, CA | General | $2,500 |
| Seasame Workshop | New York, NY | General | $2,500 |
| Sag Harbor Fire Department | Sag Harbor, NY | General | $400 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $232,900 | 12 |
| 2024 | $238,010 | 11 |
| 2023 | $93,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600689349100715
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 73-6350005
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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