The Sollee Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sollee Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,200 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$70,200
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $84,000 the year before.
44% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $85,750 | 14 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $84,000 | 11 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $70,200 | 16 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Sollee Family 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 The Sollee Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 8 | $42,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $5,200 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $700 |
| Virginia | 2 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Democracy Forward Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Center for Science in the Public Interest | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Earthjustice | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Freedom From Religion Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| President and Fellows of Harvard College | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Corporation of Haverford College | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| DC Bar Pro Bono Center | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Open Heart Magic | Charitable Event | $700 |
| Marthas Table | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Washington Inner City Lacrosse | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Potomac Appalachian Trail Club Inc | General & Unrestricted | $200 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists Inc | General & Unrestricted | $200 |
| Barns of Rose Hill | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John R Sollee
- Katherine Sollee
- Margaret E Sollee
- William L Sollee Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Sollee Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sollee Family Foundation give?
$70,200 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Sollee Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John R Sollee (VP), Katherine Sollee (VP), Margaret E Sollee (Co- Pres, Dir, Sec) and William L Sollee Jr (Dir, Treas, Co- Pres).
What does The Sollee Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and education.