Frey Foundation
Grand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 237094777 · Private foundation
Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Frey Foundation has awarded $31.5M across 1,362 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Michigan State University. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Frey Foundation funds
Frey Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, domestic violence, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include black communities, children, families, hispanic communities, low-income communities, older adults.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY GRAND RAPIDS RESEARCH CENTER - CAPITAL CAMPAIGN TO SUPPORT THE CONSTRUCTION OF LABORATORY SPACE. | East Lansing, MI | $1.0M | 2018 |
| Grand Valley State University Fully endow the Frey Foundation Chair for Family Philanthropy | Grand Rapids, MI | $500K | 2024 |
| Grand Action Foundation 20 Acrisure Amphitheater in Downtown Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids, MI | $500K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Frey Foundation
From Frey Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:
Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything. You can review the foundation directly at freyfdn.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Frey Foundation
- Does Frey Foundation accept grant applications?
- Yes — Frey Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
- What does Frey Foundation fund?
- Frey Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Michigan State University, Grand Valley State University, Grand Action Foundation 20. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Frey Foundation give in grants?
- Frey Foundation reported $4.7M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $31.5M over 1,362 grants.
- Where is Frey Foundation located?
- Frey Foundation is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 237094777.
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