EIN 20-8592383

Joshua M Freeman Foundation

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
92
Year formed
2007
Most recent tax filings
2022-12-01
Description
The Joshua M Freeman Foundation advances arts access for all through performance, education, and advocacy. It functions as a not-for-profit organization with an independent public board that represents the community it serves. Its purpose is to create opportunities that elevate the human spirit.
Total revenues
$13,377,561
2022
Total expenses
$12,037,421
2022
Total assets
$8,014,921
2022
Num. employees
92
2022

Program areas at Joshua M Freeman Foundation

Joshua M. Freeman Foundation (jmff) is a not-for-profit organization, incorporated in the state of Delaware in 2007. Jmff has an independent public board representing the community it serves. Its purpose is creating opportunities that elevate the human spirit. Its current principal activity is presenting a variety of performances at the Freeman arts pavilion, a seasonal, outdoor performance venue in selbyville, Delaware. Additionally, jmff offers an arts access initiative program whereby the Foundation partners with schools in the area to build a relevant, impactful arts education program that provides a layered approach to the schools' curriculum by presenting diverse arts programming for students. Jmff also offers free programming at Freeman arts pavilion as part of its arts access initiative and partners with local nonprofit organizations to provide under-resourced communities and at-risk children the ability to attend live arts performances at no cost. The 2022 Freeman arts pavilion season saw strength in returning to a full schedule and a june-september season with 67 performances. A total of 792 artists graced the pavilion's stage and 92,060 patrons enjoyed live arts performances safely in an outdoor setting. The arts access initiative provided programming in schools and the community during 2022. Free performances and specific young audience programming were available during the season at Freeman arts pavilion. In total, 27,072 participants enjoyed arts access initiative programming, which is at the core of jmff's mission. Collectively, over 118,391 patrons enjoyed arts programming presented by jmff in 2022.jmff's programming at Freeman arts pavilion is a known arts destination in the region. Patrons from over 46 states attended performances in 2022. Additionally, the increased attendance and programs have driven tourism and economic impact to the area. In 2022 jmff and Freeman arts pavilion created over $18m in economic impact in the region. Jmff's vision of transforming lives through the arts will continue as we strategically expand diverse programming with an intent on providing access for all to enjoy live arts programming and present world class artists that enhance the quality of life for all.

Grants made by Joshua M Freeman Foundation

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
Freeman Arts PavilionFreeman Arts Pavilion Capital Project$3,742,243

Who funds Joshua M Freeman Foundation

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift FundFor Grant Recipient's Exempt Purposes$276,700
Franklin P and Arthur W Perdue FoundationCapital Campaign for the Freeman Arts Pavilion$30,000
SodokaCharitable$25,000
...and 16 more grants received

Personnel at Joshua M Freeman Foundation

NameTitleCompensation
Patti GrimesExecutive Director$149,204
Alyson CunninghamCommunication and Public Relations Manager
Michelle FreemanChairman and President$0
Christine ShreveVice President and Director$0
Ginger WardTreasurer and Director$0
...and 1 more key personnel

Financials for Joshua M Freeman Foundation

RevenuesFYE 12/2022
Total grants, contributions, etc.$6,046,087
Program services$5,955,521
Investment income and dividends$113,118
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$-79,672
Net income from fundraising events$-20,149
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$1,360,155
Miscellaneous revenues$2,501
Total revenues$13,377,561

Form 990s for Joshua M Freeman Foundation

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2022-122023-11-14990View PDF
2021-122022-11-10990View PDF
2020-122021-10-21990View PDF
2019-122021-02-22990View PDF
2018-122019-12-13990View PDF
...and 9 more Form 990s

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Boca Raton Museum of ArtBoca Raton, FL$7,517,660
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The Grand 1894 Opera HouseGalveston, TX$4,999,892
Data update history
December 25, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
December 25, 2023
Received grants
Identified 3 new grant, including a grant for $30,000 from Franklin P and Arthur W Perdue Foundation
December 23, 2023
Used new vendors
Identified 3 new vendors, including , , and
August 21, 2023
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $25,000 from Sodoka
July 15, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMuseumsPerforming arts organizationsHeadquarter / parent organizationsCharities
Issues
Arts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
Fundraising eventsNational levelReceives government fundingCommunity engagement / volunteeringFundraising races, competitions, and tournamentsTax deductible donations
General information
Address
31255 Americana Pkwy
Selbyville, DE 19975
Metro area
Salisbury, MD-DE
Website URL
freemanarts.org/ 
Phone
(302) 436-3015
IRS details
EIN
20-8592383
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2007
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
A60: Performing Arts Organizations, Activities
NAICS code, primary
7121: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Parent/child status
Central organization
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