The East Side Freedom Library's mission is to inspire solidarity, advocate for justice and work toward equity for all. The library houses non-circulating research collections that appeal to interested general learners as well as scholars, with innovative databases and finding aids that make using the collections fun and vital. Story is a major theme of the ESFL, and the telling and gathering of stories, through formal interviews, workshops, and small-scale public performances, will allow local residents and interested publics to learn more about the work and residential histories of the East Side.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$606K
-23.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$32K
Grant Count
1
Avg Grant Size
$32K
About East Side Freedom Library
Based on IRS filings
East Side Freedom Library is a nonprofit organization focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in SAINT PAUL, MN. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $606K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grants totaling $32K. Net investment income was $3K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
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Grant Distribution by State
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $606,106 | $791,847 | $1,831,945 |
| Revenue | $578,430 | $526,523 | $743,529 |
| Expenses | $791,869 | $814,038 | $553,417 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $2,975 | $2,299 | $1,693 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
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Top Recipients
Top 1 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
1 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Neo Muralismos De Mexico ($32,484).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Neo Muralismos De Mexico Saint Paul, MN | Creative Support from the Minnesota State Arts Board pass through to grantee | $32,484 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saengmany Ratsabout | Executive Director | 40 | $111,596 |
| Andrea M Satter | Board President | 4 | — |
| Anh-Thu Pham | Board Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Michelle Filkins | Secretary | 1 | — |
| Becca Seidel | Board member | 1 | — |
| Isuru Herath | Board member | 1 | — |
| Jennings Mergenthal | Board member | 1 | — |
| Lisa Janette | Board member | 1 | — |
| Meixi Ng | Board member | 1 | — |
| Najah A Musse | Board member | 1 | — |
| Sangay Taythi | Board member | 1 | — |
| Sara Degner Riveros | Board member | 1 | — |
| Selena Moon | Board member | 1 | — |
| Wilt Hodges | Board member | 1 | — |
| Kate Driscoll Derickson | Board member | 1 | — |
| Jesse Phenow | Board member | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Side Freedom Library?
East Side Freedom Library is a nonprofit organization focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in SAINT PAUL, MN. It holds $606K in total assets as of 2024.
How large is East Side Freedom Library?
As of 2024, East Side Freedom Library holds $606K in total assets with $578K in annual revenue. It awarded 1 grants totaling $32K in 2024.
Where does East Side Freedom Library operate?
East Side Freedom Library has awarded grants in Minnesota.
What size grants does East Side Freedom Library award?
In 2024, East Side Freedom Library awarded 1 grants totaling $32K — an average of about $32K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is East Side Freedom Library's EIN?
East Side Freedom Library's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-3794535. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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