Bradford M Freeman Foundation
The Bradford M Freeman Foundation is a private foundation based in Sherman Oaks, California. Its 2024 filing lists contributions to Stanford University, the George and Barbara Bush Foundation, United in Harmony, and the Navy SEAL Foundation.
Bradford M Freeman Foundation at a glance
In short: Bradford M Freeman Foundation gave $8.0M across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $1.6M), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $7,950,944
- +48.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- -37.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $1,590,189
- +137.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $40,987,920
- +6.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (63% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Bradford M Freeman Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 15260 Ventura Blvd 1910, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Phone: (310) 444-1822
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Bradford M Freeman Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Leland Stanford Junior University ($5.0M). Together the top 4 received $8.0M.
Grant Size Distribution
50 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 39 grants of 50 (78%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 63% of grant dollars went to recipients in California and 37% to recipients in Texas. A $500 grant went to a recipient in Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Bradford M Freeman Foundation gives
- Giving grew 1508% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 280% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $494K (2021) to $8.0M (2024). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $8.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leland Stanford Junior University Stanford, CA | Contribution | $5,001,683 |
| The George and Barbara Bush Foundation College Station, TX | Contribution | $2,913,761 |
| The George and Barbara Bush Foundation College Station, TX | Contribution | $25,000 |
| United in Harmony Los Angeles, CA | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation Virginia Beach, VA | Contribution | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40,987,920 | $4,971,407 | $9,580,543 | $7,950,944 | 5 | $8,046,055 | $3,963,009 | $2,876,228 |
| 2023 | $38,465,075 | $3,327,967 | $6,749,610 | $5,367,500 | 8 | $5,445,366 | $1,893,139 | $2,814,213 |
| 2022 | $51,740,812 | $3,328,296 | $5,333,938 | $3,412,530 | 14 | $3,473,284 | $1,564,357 | $3,558,752 |
| 2021 | $60,330,837 | $7,822,933 | $1,169,262 | $494,350 | 15 | $516,675 | $7,140,822 | $2,707,394 |
| 2020 | $49,946,301 | $4,711,177 | $3,648,416 | $3,132,600 | 8 | — | $1,627,024 | $2,290,119 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Bradford M Freeman Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.9M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement is provided. The 2024 grants included support for higher education and charitable organizations. United in Harmony describes its mission as helping underprivileged children stay in school, avoid drugs and gangs, and get out of the cycle of poverty. The Navy SEAL Foundation describes its mission as providing critical support for warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 5 grants totaling $7,950,944. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $5,001,683, with a median of $25,000. The largest grants were $5,001,683 to Leland Stanford Junior University and $2,913,761 to the George and Barbara Bush Foundation. The foundation also gave the George and Barbara Bush Foundation $25,000, United in Harmony $10,000, and the Navy SEAL Foundation $500.
In 2023, it reported 8 grants totaling $5,367,500; in 2022, it reported 14 grants totaling $3,412,530.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Bradford M Freeman, Ronald P Spogli, and Elizabeth C Freeman as trustees.
Bradford M Freeman Foundation's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Bradford M. Freeman
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth C. Freeman
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ronald P. Spogli
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Bradford M Freeman Foundation
How much does Bradford M Freeman Foundation give each year?
Bradford M Freeman Foundation gave $8.0M across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $5.4M across 8 grants.
What is Bradford M Freeman Foundation's typical grant size?
Bradford M Freeman Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $1,590,189, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Bradford M Freeman Foundation give grants?
Bradford M Freeman Foundation gives mostly in California: 63% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Texas (37%). The most frequent recipient cities were College Station, TX (2 grants).
Does Bradford M Freeman Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on Bradford M Freeman Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Contribution" (5 grants).
Who are Bradford M Freeman Foundation's largest grantees?
Bradford M Freeman Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Leland Stanford Junior University ($5,001,683), The George and Barbara Bush Foundation ($2,938,761 across 2 grants) and United in Harmony ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
How large is Bradford M Freeman Foundation?
Bradford M Freeman Foundation reported $41.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $8.0M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2.9M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Bradford M Freeman Foundation fund?
No mission statement is provided. The 2024 grants included support for higher education and charitable organizations. United in Harmony describes its mission as helping underprivileged children stay in school, avoid drugs and gangs, and get out of the cycle of poverty. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Bradford M Freeman Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Bradford M Freeman Foundation's EIN?
Bradford M Freeman Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-6040946. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Bradford M Freeman Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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