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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 83-2753741

Friese Foundation

A private foundation in Chatsworth, CA. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 106 grants and $7.7 million paid in grants.

Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Preselected only

The return checks the box saying the foundation gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Assets and giving by year

6 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2024

    $7,661,900

    Grants listed
    106
    Assets, end of year
    $54,097,005
  • Tax year 2023

    $5,377,000

    Grants listed
    77
    Assets, end of year
    $59,874,759
  • Tax year 2022

    $5,776,900

    Grants listed
    77
    Assets, end of year
    $63,465,883
  • Tax year 2021

    $5,086,000

    Grants listed
    63
    Assets, end of year
    $67,467,384
  • Tax year 2020

    $4,235,000

    Grants listed
    57
    Assets, end of year
    $61,796,635
  • Tax year 2019

    $3,510,000

    Grants listed
    48
    Assets, end of year
    $61,579,340

Grants paid in 2024

106 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Salvation ArmyCarson, CA

    Aid veterans with shelter, clothing, and meals

    $600,000
  2. Friends of United HatzalahNew York, NY

    Community-based volunteer emergency medical services (EMS) organization committed to providing the fastest response to medical emergencies across israel even prior the arrival of ambulances and completely free of charge.

    $600,000
  3. Brothers & Sisters in ArmsBryn Mawr, PA

    Dedicated to the educating, strengthening and preserving the democratic foundations of the state of israel, and we work closely and support other organizations in their activities that support this important mission.

    $600,000
  4. Friends of the Lone SoldiersNew York, NY

    Raises funds to directly support vetted, mission-aligned organizations that serve the critical needs of lone soldiers in israel.

    $600,000
  5. New Life in His PresenceNewhall, CA

    To support local church in newall

    $400,000
  6. Sheldrick Wildlife TrustLaguna Hills, CA

    For support of elephants and wildlife conservation in kenya

    $400,000
  7. American Red CrossWashington, DC

    Preventing and alleviating human suffering

    $350,000
  8. Los Angeles Regional Food BankVernon, CA

    Provided food through the partner agency network and food bank direct distribution programs

    $300,000
  9. National Veterans FoundationEncino, CA

    To support veterans

    $300,000
  10. Rancho San Antonio Boys HomeChatsworth, CA

    Care and guidance for individuals in their programs, creative and healing arts music program

    $300,000
  11. Investigative Project on Terrorism FoundationWashington, DC

    Support the investigative project and support the battle against the growing forces of radical islam and their new-found alliance of anti-american, anti-christian and anti-semitic ""intersectionalist""allies.

    $250,000
  12. Children Hospital Los AngelesLos Angeles, CA

    Children's fund, aid in pediatric care

    $200,000
  13. Los Angeles Police FoundationLos Angeles, CA

    To provide critically needed equipment and technology upgrades, specialized training, community outreach, and youth programs to the lapd

    $200,000
  14. United Service OrganizationsArlington, VA

    Provide care, comfort, and connection to american military

    $200,000
  15. National Glass AssociationVienna, VA

    Support educational programs

    $150,000
  16. BABY2BABYLos Angeles, CA

    To provide children living in poverty, ages 0-12 years, with diapers, clothing and basic necessities

    $100,000
  17. Best Friends Animal SocietyKanab, UT

    Pet adoption and spay/neuter programs

    $100,000
  18. Gary Sinise FoundationFranklin, TN

    Support the program designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities for defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need

    $100,000
  19. Prager University FoundationSherman Oaks, CA

    Support programs to promote culture through digital media

    $100,000
  20. Spirit of AnimalsActon, CA

    General program support

    $100,000
  21. St Jude Children's HospitalMemphis, TN

    Support programs that help children battle cancer and other deadly diseases

    $100,000
  22. USC Marshall School of BusinessLos Angeles, CA

    Lloyd greif endowment fund for entrepreneurship

    $100,000
  23. Vets AdvocacyLos Angeles, CA

    Support vets advocacy's oversight of the va west los angeles master planning effort to develop a veteran-centric community

    $100,000
  24. West Valley Boys & Girls ClubCanoga Park, CA

    Help young people become productive, responsible, and caring adults

    $55,000
  25. A Sense of HomeHawthorne, CA

    Create homes for former foster youth

    $50,000
  26. Army Historical FoundationFort Belvoir, VA

    To build a national museum of the united states army

    $50,000
  27. Cal Farley's Boy's RanchAmarillo, TX

    To support services in a christ-centered atmosphere to strengthen families and support the overall development of children

    $50,000
  28. Goldstar Horse and RescueFarmersville, TX

    To support programs to rescue horses from neglect, abuse and abandonment; provide a facility for healing and educate people to protect horses

    $50,000
  29. New England ConservatoryBoston, MA

    To support scholarship gala

    $50,000
  30. San Diego Zoo Wildlife AllianceSan Diego, CA

    Support save, protect, and care for wildlife in san diego and around the globe. Funds were used for elephant valley

    $50,000
  31. San Fernando Valley Rescue MissionNorthridge, CA

    Help needy individuals and families in the san fernando valley.

    $50,000
  32. The Children's Hunger FundSan Antonio, TX

    To support and distribute food to children.

    $50,000
  33. Tunnel to Towers FoundationStaten Island, NY

    Delivers homes to veterans and the young families they leave behind.

    $50,000
  34. Ventura County Fire Department Widows Orphans & Assitance FundCamarillo, CA

    To provide financial and personal assistance to firefighters & their families in need

    $50,000
  35. Wells Bring HopeLos Angeles, CA

    To install a mechanized water system at a health clinic in rural niger

    $50,000
  36. Wounded WarriorsJacksonville, FL

    Support programs to help injured veterans, caregivers and family members.

    $50,000
  37. California State University NorthridgeNorthridge, CA

    Support california state university, northridge's eop resilient scholars program, foster youth program

    $30,000
  38. New Friends Homeless CenterWoodland Hills, CA

    To provide homeless meals, clothing and hygiene kits

    $30,000
  39. For the TroopsSimi Valley, CA

    Help defray postage cost and to purchase items for sending ""we care"" packages.

    $28,400
  40. Apex Protection ProjectActon, CA

    To help protect and educate the public about wolves in the wild and improving the lives of abandoned captive bred wolves and wolfdogs.

    $25,000
  41. Camp HarmonyLos Angeles, CA

    Serve children at camp sessions in the summer and winter & provide programs for indigent children

    $25,000
  42. Merit AmericaWashington, DC

    To provide opportunities for working americans without college degrees

    $25,000
  43. National Forest FoundationMissoula, MT

    Support NFF'S campaign to plant 50 million trees

    $25,000
  44. Shelter to SoldierSan Diego, CA

    Training of service dogs

    $25,000
  45. Volunteer League of the San Fernando ValleyVan Nuys, CA

    To purchase children's clothing

    $25,000
  46. The Headstrong ProjectFlushing, NY

    A non-profit mental health organization providing confidential, barrier-free, and stigma-free PTSD treatment to our veterans.

    $25,000
  47. Compatior Counseling CenterSouth Gate, CA

    Outpatient treatment center providing individualized substance use disorder services to youth and adults.

    $20,000
  48. Last Chance for AnimalsLos Angeles, CA

    Support for fight for the rights of animals.

    $20,000
  49. Leaps and Bounds Pediatric TherapyNorco, CA

    To serve children with disabilities through horse activities

    $20,000
  50. Los Angeles Fire Department - Station 107Los Angeles, CA

    To provide equipment to increase cardiac patient survival rates, enhanced diagnostic abilities, and empower future generations of firefighters.

    $20,000
  51. Los Angeles Fire Department - Station 28Los Angeles, CA

    To provide equipment to increase cardiac patient survival rates, enhanced diagnostic abilities, and empower future generations of firefighters.

    $20,000
  52. Los Angeles Fire Department - Station 96Los Angeles, CA

    To provide equipment to increase cardiac patient survival rates, enhanced diagnostic abilities, and empower future generations of firefighters.

    $20,000
  53. Project Angel FoodLos Angeles, CA

    Provide food to critically ill residents throughout los angeles county

    $20,000
  54. Strive FoundationLos Angeles, CA

    General program support

    $20,000
  55. Architectural Glass & Metal Tech Certification ProgramSackets Harbor, NY

    This grant allowed agmcc to discount the cost for the 21 candidates of the agmt certification program who participated in the agmt event at glassbuild 2024 in dallas texas. 100% of the funds were used to benefit agmt candidates.

    $15,000
  56. Faith Center Ministries Church of God in ChristPomona, CA

    Support children and youth ministries, help those released from jail or prison matriculate into the community, aid the unhoused

    $10,000
  57. Guardians of the WolvesRedondo Beach, CA

    Preserving the legacy of wolves and wolfdogs through education, responsible stewardship, and rescue.

    $10,000
  58. JVS SocalLos Angeles, CA

    Scholarship program for the 2021-2022 academic year

    $10,000
  59. Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyRye Brook, NY

    To help blood cancer patients

    $10,000
  60. Partners for Pediatric VisionLos Angeles, CA

    To respond to the needs of families facing difficulties navigating and accessing education, and medical and social services.

    $10,000
  61. Peace 4 AnimalsLakeway, TX

    To help to rescue, rehabilitate and find homes for domestic animals

    $10,000
  62. Reagan Presidential Foundation & InstituteWashington, DC

    To preserve president reagaon's legacy through programs, and exhibits

    $10,000
  63. The Animal Rescue AllianceChatsworth, CA

    Rescue and finds homes for abandoned and abused companion and farm animals and offers sanctuary to those who have special needs and can sometimes be more difficult to adopt out.

    $10,000
  64. The Children's ProjectTarzana, CA

    General program support

    $10,000
  65. The Gentle Barn FoundationSanta Clarita, CA

    Animal rescue and educate children through field trips and various programs

    $10,000
  66. Youth for ChristSpokane, WA

    Help marginalized youth in spokane's most impoverished neighborhoods

    $10,000
  67. Zoe InternationalNewhall, CA

    General program support

    $10,000
  68. Youth ChampionsLos Angeles, CA

    An educational internship, where the students can earn up to a $1,000 stipend each year, based on their participation in the program.

    $10,000
  69. West View HubPittsburgh, PA

    Provides a library with computers and internet access, supports services such as a food pantry and counseling center, and enriching youth programs.

    $7,500
  70. Airport Marina Counseling ServicesLos Angeles, CA

    To provide accessible mental health servies; and quality training to therapists.

    $5,000
  71. Crisis Center for South SuburbiaTinley Park, IL

    To provide a 24-hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy, transitional housing, community outreach and domestic violence prevention.

    $5,000
  72. K9 Youth AlliancePasadena, CA

    To create opportunities for youth from under-resourced communities and giving homeless dogs the chance they deserve to live a happy life.

    $5,000
  73. Los Angeles Children ChorusPasadena, CA

    To support the development and refinement of online music education and artistic programming

    $5,000
  74. Los Angeles MissionLos Angeles, CA

    To provide help, hope and opportunity to men, women and children in need.

    $5,000
  75. National Museum of the Surface NavySan Pedro, CA

    To raise awareness of the importance of the u.s. Navy surface fleet's role in protecting freedom of the seas, international relations, trade and commerce, humanitarian assistance, technological innovation, and more.

    $5,000
  76. Operation WarmPhiladelphia, PA

    Manufactures brand-new, high-quality coats and shoes for children in need.

    $5,000
  77. Science Heads IncLake Forest, CA

    Inspire young people to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math

    $5,000
  78. The Seeing EyeMorristown, NJ

    To help train dogs and match them with people who are blind or visually impaired.

    $5,000
  79. West Valley Family YMCAReseda, CA

    Teach water safety skills to children, help seniors stay social and active, help families create lifelong memories

    $5,000
  80. Harbor Care FoundationMission Hills, CA

    To provides short-term residential care for homeless individuals who are recovering from illness or injury whose condition would be worsened by living on the streets.

    $5,000
  81. Travis Mills FoundationMount Vernon, ME

    To support post-9/11 recalibrated veterans and their families through various programs that help these heroic men and women overcome physical and emotional obstacles, strengthen their families, and provide well-deserved rest and relaxation.

    $5,000
  82. Healthright 360San Francisco, CA

    Healthright 360 provides healthcare, dental care, substance use treatment and mental health services for those without insurance.

    $5,000
  83. Mammoth Hospital FoundationMammoth Lakes, CA

    To ensure excellence in healthcare at mammoth hospital by supporting advancements in programs, facilities and technology.

    $5,000
  84. Mercy ShipsLindale, TX

    Each year they send hospital ships filled with volunteer professionals who selflessly provide life-changing surgeries.

    $5,000
  85. Susan B Komen FoundationDallas, TX

    To save lives by meeting the most critical needs in our communities and investing in breakthrough research to prevent and cure breast cancer.

    $5,000
  86. Vision to LearnLos Angeles, CA

    To provide free eye exams and free glasses to students in low-income communities.

    $5,000
  87. Musicians at Play FoundationValley Village, CA

    To deliver instrumental and vocal training, coaching, and mentoring to fundamentally change the way young people think about music, their ability, and their future careers in music and music related fields.

    $5,000
  88. The American Civil War MusuemRichmond, VA

    To offer an musuem experience with in-person and virtual educational programming.

    $5,000
  89. All About Equine Animal Rescue IncEl Dorado HLS, CA

    To properly care for horses, rehabilitate them, and find their forever home.

    $5,000
  90. Animal Tracks Immersive Animal SanctuaryAgua Dulce, CA

    To rescue, rehabilitate, nurture and protect animals that have been taken from their natural habitats and due to human intervention cannot be returned to the wild.

    $5,000
  91. Oscar's Place Adoption Center & SanctuaryHopland, CA

    To provide physical and emotional rehabilitation needed to transform the lives of our rescued donkeys.

    $5,000
  92. Rusty's RescueMenifee, CA

    We rescue horses from the most horrific cases of abuse and neglect that animal control seizes and save horses that are about to be shipped to slaughter in mexico.

    $5,000
  93. St Martin's Animal FoundationNorthridge, CA

    Committed to rescuing homeless and abused animals, providing them with the love and care they need while educating communities about the importance of humane treatment and environmental responsibility.

    $5,000
  94. Wayfarer Chapel Fund for the FutureSan Pedro, CA

    Dedicated to raising funds to rebuild the historic lloyd wright-designed wayfarers chapel, which was dismantled after suffering damage from land movement.

    $5,000
  95. Copline - an Officer's LifelineFreehold, NJ

    To provide a confidential active listening hotline for the law enforcement community, including family members.

    $5,000
  96. Family Rescue CenterCanoga Park, CA

    To serve individuals and families in need in the west san fernando valley by providing food, clothing, vocational training assistance, and referrals as needed.

    $5,000
  97. Hollywood Food CoalitionLos Angeles, CA

    To provide warm clothing, tents, sleeping bags, blankets, hygiene items, backpacks, and much more. To serve high-quality meals to unhoused and low-income neighbors every night and significantly improve the variety and quality of meals, as well as our ability to creatively repurpose rescued ingredients.

    $5,000
  98. The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clara ValleySanta Paula, CA

    To offer approximately 1,650+ children a real chance at success by providing extensive programs designed to nurture all aspects of their growth and development.

    $5,000
  99. Heritage Group HomesCovina, CA

    To give foster youth a place to heal, guiding them through trauma, and providing opportunities for them to become self-reliant and successful adults. Heritage helps foster youth build a strong foundation through an individually tailored and holistic approach to the four pillars of life-mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual-to ultimately enable them to reach their highest potential.

    $5,000
  100. Old Skool CafeSan Francisco, CA

    Empowers at-risk and formerly incarcerated youth by providing marketable employment and life skills through a restaurant and community hub.

    $5,000
  101. Olive CrestSanta Ana, CA

    Dedicated to preventing child abuse by strengthening, equipping, and restoring children and families in crisis.

    $5,000
  102. Safe in Austin Rescue RanchLeander, TX

    Rescues animals who suffer from abuse or neglect, because animals deserve to experience unconditional love.

    $5,000
  103. The Eli HomeAnaheim, CA

    To shelter, comfort, encourage and empower homeless abused children and their mothers to live stable, violence-free livesto break the cycle of child abuse. To educate, inform and connect diverse, disenfranchised communities to resources that improve their economic condition and overall quality of life.

    $5,000
  104. Haymakers for Hope IncWellesley, MA

    Empowering ordinary people to rise to a competitive challenge while raising funds for cancer research, care, awareness, and survivorship.

    $5,000
  105. CBCC Foundation for Community WellnessBakersfield, CA

    Committed to addressing the financial, educational and emotional needs of kern county cancer patients while working towards promoting prevention and awareness of cancer with a goal to decrease incidence and increase survivorship rates as a result of early. Detection.

    $5,000
  106. The Guidance CenterLong Beach, CA

    To provide comprehensive mental health treatment to our communitys most disadvantaged children and their families struggling with mental illness and abuse, leading them toward a positive and productive future

    $1,000

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Human services11 grants $1,002,50027% of the total
  2. Animals14 grants $755,00021% of the total
  3. Arts and culture3 grants $655,00018% of the total
  4. Religion4 grants $445,00012% of the total
  5. International aid2 grants $255,0007% of the total
  6. Education5 grants $195,0005% of the total
  7. 9 other causes18 grants $354,40010% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. California72 grants $4,184,400
  2. New York6 grants $1,300,000
  3. District of Columbia5 grants $685,000
  4. Pennsylvania3 grants $612,500
  5. Virginia3 grants $355,000
  6. Texas6 grants $165,000
  7. Tennessee1 grant $100,000
  8. Utah1 grant $100,000
  9. Massachusetts2 grants $55,000
  10. Florida1 grant $50,000

Officers, directors and trustees

3 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Donald E FrieseDIRECTOR Hours 2Pay $0
  • Andrea FrieseDIRECTOR, TREASURER Hours 2Pay $0
  • Donald E Friese JrDIRECTOR, PRESIDENT Hours 40Pay $200,000

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