The Frederica Foundation Inc
The Frederica Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Sea Island, Georgia. In its 2025 filing, it reported making 27 grants totaling $202,632 to charitable organizations.
The Frederica Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Frederica Foundation Inc gave $203K across 27 grants in 2025 (avg $8K), mostly in Georgia. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $202,632
- Grants made (2025)
- 27
- Average grant
- $7,505
- Median grant
- $950
- Total assets
- $98,227
- Primary geography
- Georgia (76% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Frederica Foundation Inc
- 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: PO Box 30765, Sea Island, GA 31561
Phone: (216) 470-1555
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Frederica Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Safe Harbor Center Inc ($85K). Together the top 10 received $194K.
Grant Size Distribution
27 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 26 grants of 27 (96%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 76% of grant dollars went to recipients in Georgia, 12% to recipients in Alabama, and 12% to recipients in Texas. The filing also reports 0% for Iowa.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 27 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Frederica Foundation Inc gives
- In 2025 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
In 2025 it made 27 grants totaling $203K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Safe Harbor Center Inc Brunswick, GA | Community Support | $84,550 |
| Frederica Academy St Simons Island, GA | Educational | $26,500 |
| Randolph School Huntsville, AL | Educational | $25,000 |
| The International Golf Charity Fort Worth, TX | Community Support | $24,382 |
| Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation Inc Brunswick, GA | Medical | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity International Inc Americus, GA | Community Support | $7,900 |
| The Auxiliary of the Hospice of the Golden Isles Inc Brunswick, GA | Medical | $7,500 |
| Grace House of Brunswick Inc Brunswick, GA | Community Support | $2,750 |
| Coastal Coalition for Children Brunswick, GA | Community Support | $2,500 |
| Morningstar Children and Family Services Inc Brunswick, GA | Community Support | $2,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $98,227 | $306,550 | $208,323 | $202,632 | 27 | $202,632 | $423 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Frederica Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $423 for 2025 — 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 2025 grants included educational grants to Frederica Academy and Randolph School, medical grants to Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation and the Auxiliary of the Hospice of the Golden Isles, and community-support grants to organizations including Safe Harbor Center and Habitat for Humanity International.
The grantees describe their own work in varied terms. Safe Harbor Center says its mission is to provide services promoting security and stability for at-risk families, children, and individuals. Frederica Academy says it aims to maximize each student’s potential and prepare students for college and adult life. Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation says it supports the health system’s provision of safe, quality, accessible, and cost-effective care. Habitat for Humanity says it brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation made 27 grants totaling $202,632. Grants ranged from $200 to $84,550, with a median grant of $950.
Among its largest 2025 grants were $84,550 to Safe Harbor Center Inc, $26,500 to Frederica Academy, $25,000 to Randolph School, and $24,382 to The International Golf Charity. Other grants included $10,000 to Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation, $7,900 to Habitat for Humanity International, and $7,500 to the Auxiliary of the Hospice of the Golden Isles.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists James Kaufman as president, Nancy Kaufman as secretary, and Michael Kaufman as treasurer.
The Frederica Foundation Inc is led by James Kaufman, President on the 2025 filing; none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
James Kaufman
President
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Kaufman
Treasurer
New on the 2025 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nancy Kaufman
Secretary
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2025. "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 The Frederica Foundation Inc
How much does The Frederica Foundation Inc give each year?
The Frederica Foundation Inc gave $203K across 27 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Frederica Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Frederica Foundation Inc's median grant in 2025 was $950, and its average grant was $7,505, across 27 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Frederica Foundation Inc give grants?
The Frederica Foundation Inc gives mostly in Georgia: 76% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Alabama (12%) and Texas (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Brunswick, GA (12 grants) and St Simons Island, GA (10 grants).
Does The Frederica Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 27 grants with a stated purpose on The Frederica Foundation Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Community Support" (15 grants) and "Religious" (6 grants).
Who are The Frederica Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Frederica Foundation Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Safe Harbor Center Inc ($84,550), Frederica Academy ($26,500) and Randolph School ($25,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 67% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Frederica Foundation Inc?
The Frederica Foundation Inc reported $98K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $203K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $423 (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Frederica Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Frederica Foundation Inc?
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 The Frederica Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Frederica Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 33-2187335. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2025.
Does The Frederica Foundation Inc 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
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 24, 2026)
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). The Frederica Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 18, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-frederica-foundation-inc-morg_0d2ec15755e94bbbb6f21c7dd80b6c49
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