Robert Lockwood Solley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert Lockwood Solley Foundation is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,675 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $2,000. 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$13,675
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$299,836
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,500 the year before.
14% 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 | $7,100 | 7 | $179,031 |
| 2024 | $9,500 | 8 | $223,880 |
| 2025 | $13,675 | 10 | $299,836 |
How to apply
Robert Lockwood Solley 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 Robert Lockwood Solley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $11,675 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hibiscus Childrens Center | General support for operations | $2,000 |
| Individual | General support for operations | $2,000 |
| Individual | General support for operations | $2,000 |
| Shining Light Garden Foundation | General support for operations | $1,500 |
| The Source | General support for operations | $1,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support for operations | $1,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | General support for operations | $1,000 |
| The Hope for Families Center | General support for operations | $1,000 |
| Individual | General support for operations | $1,000 |
| Gifford Youth Orchestra | General support for operations | $675 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Solley
Questions people ask
Does Robert Lockwood Solley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert Lockwood Solley Foundation give?
$13,675 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Robert Lockwood Solley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Katherine Solley (Trustee).
What does Robert Lockwood Solley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.