Fred Says
Grantmaking foundation in Chicago, Illinois · EIN 45-5142943
- Illinois
- Chicago
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Illinois
- Grants itemized on the 990
- $82KTax year 2025
- Grants made
- 5Tax year 2025
- Total assets
- $1.1MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
FRED SAYS RAISES CONTRIBUTIONS THROUGH E-CARDS AND SPONSORSHIPS TO SUPPORT HIV+ YOUTH THROUGH DONATIONS TO PHYSICIANS EVALUATED HIV INITIATIVES.
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Magic City Acceptance Academy | $25K | 2025 |
| Center on Halsted | $20K | 2025 |
| Gendercool | $17K | 2025 |
| Advocates for Youth | $10K | 2025 |
| Test Positive Aware Network | $10K | 2025 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list (5 grants in 2025) is available with a free account.
Website: fredsays.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.