Solid Rock Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Solid Rock Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.9 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $350,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.9 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$77.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.0 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $3.0 million | 19 | $70.4 million |
| 2024 | $3.9 million | 19 | $77.7 million |
How to apply
Solid Rock 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 Solid Rock Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $2.5 million |
| Maryland | 5 | $1.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Living Classrooms Foundation | Support tuition free middle school and programs for at risk youth in baltimore city. | $350,000 |
| Compass Family Services | Operational support for the compass children's center | $300,000 |
| Mother Seton Academy | Support middle school for youth with great economic need and scholarships | $300,000 |
| Seed School of Maryland | Support tuition free boarding school for at risk students grades 6th-12th | $250,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of San Francisco | Support for operations of youth programs | $200,000 |
| City Kids Wilderness Project | Support for youth summer camp and outdoor programming for students | $200,000 |
| De Marillac Academy | Support tuition free 4th-8th grade school for low-income students | $200,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco | Build affordable homes for families with children | $200,000 |
| Lifemoves | Provide interim housing with comprehensive services for families with children | $200,000 |
| Mission Dolores Academy | Support k-8th grade school for low-income students | $200,000 |
| Rafael House of San Francisco | Support for homeless families | $200,000 |
| Samaritan House | Provide families in need with food, clothing, school supplies | $200,000 |
| San Francisco Casa | Provide volunteers to assist youth in foster care | $200,000 |
| St Anns Center for Children Youth and Families | Provide housing and support for vulnerable young women and children | $200,000 |
| St Francis Center of Redwood City | Support tuition free elementary school for low-income students | $200,000 |
| St James School | Support k-8th grade school for low-income students | $200,000 |
| Students Rising Above | Provide support and guidance to college bound low-income students | $150,000 |
| Reading Partners | Provide tutoring to elementary students in bay area public school reading centers | $75,000 |
| Stair Annapolis | Provide reading tutoring for low-income 2nd grade students | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mayo Shattuck IV
- Kathleen Markov
- Joseph Budge
- Willa Callahan
- Elizabeth Budge D'hemery
- Jennifer Budge
- W Kathleen Budge
- Talbot Moore
- Alexandra Kilgore
Questions people ask
Does Solid Rock Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Solid Rock Foundation give?
$3.9 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Solid Rock Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mayo Shattuck IV (President), Kathleen Markov (Vice President), Joseph Budge (Treasurer) and Willa Callahan (Secretary) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Solid Rock Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and youth programs.