Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation
The Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation is a private foundation based in Salem, Virginia. Its 2022 filing is marked as the organization’s final return and says it wound up its affairs during 2022, distributed all assets to charities, and made its final distribution on November 16, 2022. The foundation appears to have wound down and stopped grantmaking.
Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation at a glance
In short: Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation gave $215K across 18 grants in 2022 (avg $12K), mostly in New York. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $214,952
- +42.5% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 18
- -21.7% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $11,942
- +82.1% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $8,500
- Primary geography
- New York (89% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2022; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. This policy is reported in its final 2022 filing and is not a current application opportunity.
- Contact
Mailing address: 381 Walnut Rd, Salem, VA 24153-2730
Phone: (540) 387-2819
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was UJA ($37K). Together the top 10 received $199K.
Grant Size Distribution
60 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 60 grants of 60 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2022, 89% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 8% to Massachusetts, 2% to Virginia, and 1% to New Hampshire.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
Cities
How Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation gives
- In 2022 it paid out well above 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 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $85K (2020) to $215K (2022). In 2022 it made 18 grants totaling $215K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UJA New York, NY | Charitable | $37,435 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Comm New York, NY | Charitable | $28,773 |
| Jewish Board of Family & Childrens Servi New York, NY | Charitable | $27,722 |
| Fund for the Aged New York, NY | Charitable | $22,622 |
| Met Council New York, NY | Charitable | $21,000 |
| Dorot New York, NY | Charitablecharitablecharitable | $15,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels New York, NY | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Jewish Family Service of Metrowest Framingham, MA | Charitable | $14,000 |
| Stanley Isaacs Center New York, NY | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Jasa New York, NY | Charitable | $8,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $31,742 | $232,144 | $214,952 | 18 | $214,952 | $25,567 | $4,734 |
| 2021 | $138,038 | $57,154 | $153,496 | $150,814 | 23 | $150,814 | $56,132 | $11,091 |
| 2020 | $154,288 | $58,656 | $86,916 | $84,814 | 19 | — | $58,214 | $16,868 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation reported a distributable amount of $5K for 2022 — 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 for the foundation is provided. Its 2022 grants included organizations serving older adults and people in need. For example, Fund for the Aged describes its mission as empowering older adults to enhance purpose and well-being through health care services; DOROT says it works to alleviate social isolation and loneliness among older adults and help them live independently. Jewish Family Service of MetroWest describes its work as providing social, health, and community services to alleviate suffering, enhance lives, and support people in need.
Grantmaking
In 2022, the foundation reported 18 grants totaling $214,952. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $37,435, with a median of $8,500. Among the largest grants were $37,435 to UJA, $28,773 to American Jewish Joint Distribution Commission, $27,722 to Jewish Board of Family & Children’s Services, $22,622 to Fund for the Aged, and $21,000 to Met Council. Other notable recipients included DOROT ($15,000), City Meals on Wheels ($15,000), Jewish Family Service of MetroWest ($14,000), Stanley Isaacs Center ($9,000), JASA ($8,000), and Brandeis University ($2,500).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation’s 2022 filing listed David J Freund as president, Elizabeth Freund as treasurer, and Elizabeth Fideler as secretary.
Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation is led by David J. Freund, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
David J. Freund
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Freund
Treasurer
Secretary → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Fideler
Secretary
New on the 2022 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "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 Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation
How much does Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation give each year?
Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation gave $215K across 18 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2021 it gave $151K across 23 grants.
What is Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation's typical grant size?
Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation's median grant in 2022 was $8,500, and its average grant was $11,942, across 18 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation give grants?
Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation gives mostly in New York: 89% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Massachusetts (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (12 grants) and Roanoke, VA (2 grants).
Does Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2022: none of the 18 grants with a stated purpose on Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation's 2022 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (17 grants).
Who are Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation's largest grantees?
Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation's largest 2022 grantees include UJA ($37,435), American Jewish Joint Distribution Comm ($28,773) and Jewish Board of Family & Childrens Servi ($27,722), according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 44% of its itemized 2022 grant dollars.
What does Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2022 grants included organizations serving older adults and people in need. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation?
The foundation stated that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2022, Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation reported a distributable amount of $5K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation's EIN?
Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-6163058. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Does Joseph L and Ray L Freund Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS April 23, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 5, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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