Cindy and Fred Soldwedel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cindy and Fred Soldwedel Foundation is a private foundation in Glendale, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,056 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $365 and the largest $2,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$11,056
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$365
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$370,174
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $13,226 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,929 | 7 | $166,542 |
| 2024 | $13,226 | 16 | $261,398 |
| 2025 | $11,056 | 16 | $370,174 |
How to apply
Cindy and Fred Soldwedel Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Cindy and Fred Soldwedel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $10,462 |
| Florida | 1 | $250 |
| New York | 1 | $200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $144 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Humane Society and Scpa | Non-Restricted | $2,500 |
| San Marino Community Church | Non-Restricted | $2,000 |
| Monte Vista Grove Homes | Restricted - 1,000 contribution to Quality of Life Fund to provide convalescent care to ministers and missionaries unable to pay for it themselves and 750 contribution for annual Staff-Residents Holiday Party | $1,750 |
| Columbia Memorial Space Science Learning Center Foundation | Non-Restricted | $1,000 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles | Restricted for the Kolar Family YMCA capital campaign to serve Downey CA | $750 |
| The Boys and Girls Club of Pasadena | Non-Restricted | $500 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Non-Restricted | $500 |
| Southern California Public Radio | Non-Restricted | $480 |
| Boys Republic | Non-Restricted | $250 |
| Arroyos and Foothills Conservancy | Non-Restricted | $250 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Non-Restricted | $250 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | Non-Restricted | $250 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Non-Restricted | $200 |
| Rotary International Foundation | Non-Restricted | $144 |
| Pasadena Rotary Foundation | Non-Restricted | $120 |
| PBS Socal Kcet | Non-Restricted | $112 |
Officers and trustees
- Fred D Soldwedel
- Cynthia T Soldwedel
Questions people ask
Does Cindy and Fred Soldwedel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cindy and Fred Soldwedel Foundation give?
$11,056 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $365.
Who runs Cindy and Fred Soldwedel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fred D Soldwedel (Trustee) and Cynthia T Soldwedel (Trustee).
What does Cindy and Fred Soldwedel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and arts and culture.