Solo Deo
Preselected recipients only
Solo Deo is a private foundation in Davis, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $34,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,150 and the largest $11,000. 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$34,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,150
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$643,695
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $28,136 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $22,800 | 15 | $552,659 |
| 2023 | $28,136 | 16 | $583,848 |
| 2024 | $34,500 | 18 | $643,695 |
How to apply
Solo Deo 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 Solo Deo funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $24,700 |
| Washington | 1 | $4,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Lakes Church | Support christian church's mission and ministry of instructing about the incredible story of god's grace and love.support christian church's mission and activities of instructing about the incredible story of god's grace and love.support christian church's mission and ministry of instructing about the incredible story of god's grace and love. | $11,000 |
| Forward Edge | Support the public charity recipient's work helping people pursue god's purpose; child focused relief & development programs and short term mission teams | $4,000 |
| Rafiki Foundation | For any use consistent with the public charity's goals and purposes in the world and to bring glory to god. | $3,000 |
| University Covenant Church | Support ministries and vision of christian church that all people may know jesus. | $3,000 |
| Uc Regents Uc Davis - Athletes in Action | Support fellowship group of northern california christian athletes and athletically minded people that meet on the university of california davis campus for large group meetings, bible studies and fellowship events. | $2,000 |
| World Vision | For any use consistent with the public charity's goals and purposes in the world | $2,000 |
| Redwood Christian Park | For any use consistent with the public charity's goals and purposes in the world | $1,700 |
| Mercy Ships | Mercy ships provide hope and healing by life changing surgeries to children and adults who would otherwise have little or no medical care. | $1,500 |
| Equal Justice Iniative | Support the public charity recipient's work in any way deemed appropriate to further goals and purpose of organization to challenge racial and economic injustice. | $1,300 |
| A Primally Playful Foundation | For any use consistent with the public charity's goals and purposes in the world | $1,000 |
| Every Neighborhood Partnership | Support the public charity recipient's work in the greater fresno community. | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross - Gold Country Region | Support the public charity recipient's work in the greater sacramento area. | $750 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento | For any use consistent with the public charity's goals and purposes in the world | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood of Northern California | For any use consistent with the public charity's goals and purposes | $500 |
| Yolo Food Bank | For any use consistent with the public charity's goals and purposes | $500 |
| Friends of Dixon Public Library | For any use consistent with the public charity's goals and purposes | $250 |
| The Salvation Army | Support the public charity recipient's work in the greater sacramento area. | $250 |
| Yolo County Library Fund | Support yolo county library's mission to "provide access for all to ideas that inform, entertain, and inspire." | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Warne
- Christian Warne
- Charles Warne
- Bruce Warne
- Katelyn Warne
- Lacy Warne
Questions people ask
Does Solo Deo accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Solo Deo give?
$34,500 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,150.
Who runs Solo Deo?
Its 2024 filing lists Diane Warne (President), Christian Warne (Vice President), Charles Warne (Secretary) and Bruce Warne (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Solo Deo fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.