Gerald Freund papers, 1952-1997, bulk 1975-1995
Collection context
- Creator:
- Freund, Gerald, 1930-1997
- Abstract:
- The papers of philanthropic advisor and writer Gerald Freund. The collection primarily documents Freund's work with several philanthropic organizations and also includes his academic pursuits and publications.
- Extent:
- 62.50 linear feet 50 boxes & 1 folder in mapcase
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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The Gerald Freund Papers is comprised of materials relating to Freund's career as both an advising philanthropist and an academic writer and historian. The collection contains professional correspondence, administrative files, subject files, and financial records that document Freund's work at several philanthropic organizations, particularly his work at Private Funding Associates and the MacArthur Foundation. The collection also includes academic papers, notes, and research that relate to his academic career and published works.
There are twenty three (23) unprocessed boxes which are listed in Series XI.
- Biographical / historical:
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Gerald Freund was born in Berlin in 1931. His family then immigrated to Britain, then to New York, during World War II. He graduated from Haverford College and Oxford in 1952 and 1955, respectively. Freund became an active member of both the academic and philanthropic communities. He taught at Haverford College, and was also the dean of humanities and arts at Hunter College.
He served as the president of Private Funding Associates and was the first director of the MacArthur Foundation's Prize Fellows Program. He also worked for the Rockefeller Foundation, the Whiting Foundation, the Ford Foundation, and helped set up the Rona Jaffe Awards and Lillian Gish Prize. In addition to his philanthropic work, Freund has written two books about Russian and German relations, Unholy Alliance, and Germany Between Two Worlds, in addition to Philanthropy and Narcissism, which explores the past aspects and future prospects of philanthropy in America.
Freund died of lung cancer in 1997. He was 66.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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This collection is located off-site. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
The files of the Whiting Foundation will be closed until 2049.
- Terms of access:
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Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Gerald Freund Papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu