Souder Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Souder Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$33.3 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $1.2 million | 1 | $31.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 29 | $33.3 million |
How to apply
Souder 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 Souder Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $535,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $300,000 |
| Florida | 14 | $284,500 |
| New York | 1 | $275,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $70,000 |
| Michigan | 7 | $45,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Evans Scholars Foundation | In support of annual giving | $350,000 |
| Red Arrow Camp Foundation | In support of annual giving | $300,000 |
| Millbrook School | In support of annual giving | $275,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Delray Beach | In support of annual giving | $130,000 |
| Shedd Aquarium | In support of annual giving | $100,000 |
| Shirley Ryan Ability Lab - Institute's Scuba Progr | In support of annual giving | $75,000 |
| Salisbury School | In support of annual giving | $70,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Delray Beach - music | In support of the music fund. | $45,000 |
| Bethesda Hospital Foundation | In support of annual giving | $40,000 |
| McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital | In support of annual giving | $25,000 |
| Wayside House | In support of annual giving | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County | In support 2024 Heart to Heart Dinner | $10,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Springs | In support of annual giving | $10,000 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | In support of annual giving | $10,000 |
| Harbor Hall Foundation | In support of annual giving | $6,000 |
| Achievement Centers for Children & Families | In support of annual giving | $5,000 |
| Gulf Stream School | In support of annual giving | $5,000 |
| Hanley Foundation | Access to Care | $5,000 |
| Harbor Springs Area Historical Society | In support of annual giving | $5,000 |
| Harbor Springs Library | In support of annual giving | $3,000 |
| Petoskey Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation | In support of annual giving | $3,000 |
| Humane Society of Harbor Springs | In support of annual giving | $2,500 |
| Paul's Place | In support of annual giving | $2,500 |
| CRC Recovery Foundation | In support of annual giving | $2,000 |
| Florida Coalition of Prevention | In support of annual giving | $2,000 |
| To Write Love on Her Arms | In support of annual giving | $2,000 |
| From The Heart Productions | That Old Beautiful Love | $1,000 |
| Michigan State University | In support of annual giving | $1,000 |
| Society of the Four Arts | In support of annual giving | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William F Souder Jr
- Susanna J Souder
- Eric J Vainder
Questions people ask
Does Souder Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Souder Family Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Souder Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William F Souder Jr (Director), Susanna J Souder (Director) and Eric J Vainder (Director).
What does Souder Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.