Mission
Founded in 2016 by a coalition of artists including Hank Willis Thomas and Eric Gottesman, For Freedoms engages communities through campaigns and activations, creating an environment of listening, healing, and justice. The organization collaborates with artists and institutions to shape conversations about democracy and civic participation through art.
Basic Information
Founded in
2019
EIN
35-2667788
Total Assets
$1.263 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

For Freedoms DC Residency - Interdependence
A three-year artist residency with The National Gallery of Art and the Corcoran School.

For Freedoms Congress 2024
A convening of artists and civic leaders transforming the political landscape.

Where Do We Go From Here? The Four Freedoms Photographs
An exhibition at NYU presenting reimagined works inspired by Norman Rockwell.
Impact Stats
Total Collaborations
Largest Creative Collaboration
For Freedoms conducted the 50 State Initiative, recognized as the largest creative collaboration in U.S. history.
Year of Award
National Arts Award
Awarded the National Arts Award by Americans for the Arts in 2022.
Year of Award
Infinity Award
Received the Infinity Award for New Media and Online Platform from the International Center for Photography in 2017.
Past Events
A Cool Million
April 4, 2022
A campaign addressing climate awareness led by artists.
Beyond The Box 3
August 29, 2021
An event focused on youth and community healing through performance.
Beyond The Box 1
July 18, 2021
A collaborative exhibition addressing mass incarceration.
Upcoming Events

For Freedoms Congress 2024
September 28, 2024
A convening of artists and civic leaders transforming the political landscape.
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Where Do We Go From Here? The Four Freedoms Photographs
September 6, 2024
An exhibition at NYU presenting reimagined works inspired by Norman Rockwell.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
47
36
/100
Program Expense Ratio
99.95%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.5263
8
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.1622
4
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 2.895M | 93.88% |
Program Services | 188.7K | 6.12% |
Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 3.084M | 100.00% |
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