The Soderquist Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Soderquist Family Foundation is a private foundation in Oak Park, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 34 grants; the typical grant was $16,500 and the largest $180,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$16,500
- Largest grant$180,000
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
18% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 31 | $11.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 34 | $11.3 million |
How to apply
The Soderquist 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 Soderquist Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 13 | $699,500 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $110,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $90,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $65,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $51,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $26,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $25,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $21,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Westlawn Youth Network | Charitable - urban youth ministries | $180,000 |
| Dickson Valley Camp | Charitable - youth camping | $100,000 |
| Pursue Scholars | Charitable - urban education scholarships | $100,000 |
| Ezekiel Rain | Charitable - anti-human trafficking services | $90,000 |
| Potters House Association International | Charitable - urban poor services | $90,000 |
| Christianity Today | Charitable - media-black church associate editor position | $75,000 |
| Love Justice International | Charitable - anti-human trafficking services | $65,000 |
| Goddess | Charitable - urban youth education | $50,000 |
| Wheaton College | Charitable - education | $50,000 |
| Iafr (International Association for Refugees Canada) | Charitable - refugee ministry/services | $36,500 |
| Teach Beyond | Charitable - education services | $35,000 |
| Cross Timbers Church | Charitable | $31,000 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | Charitable - church missions aviation services | $25,000 |
| John Brown University | Charitable - education | $20,000 |
| Walther Christian Academy | Charitable - secondary education | $20,000 |
| Grip Outreach for Youth | Charitable - urban youth education | $18,000 |
| One Collective | Charitable - urban church ministries | $18,000 |
| West African Christian Ministries | Charitable - education services | $15,000 |
| Friends of the Great Commission | Charitable - church networking | $12,000 |
| Josiah Venture | Charitable - youth ministries/education | $12,000 |
| Harvest Christian Academy | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Operation Mobilization USA | Charitable - church missions programs | $10,000 |
| Youth for Christ International | Charitable - youth ministries | $8,000 |
| Calvary Family of Churches | Charitable - church missions program | $6,000 |
| Cru | Charitable - urban youth programs | $6,000 |
| Global Partners | Charitable - church missions programs | $6,000 |
| CMML | Charitable - church missions programs | $5,000 |
| Commission to Every Nation | Charitable - refugee ministry | $5,000 |
| New Life Centers of Chicagoland | Charitable - urban poor services | $5,000 |
| Seed Company | Charitable - bible translation | $5,000 |
| Street Psalms | Charitable - urban poor services | $5,000 |
| Generation to Generation Network (G2G) | Charitable - youth services | $4,000 |
| Fishhook International | Charitable - church missions programs | $2,000 |
| New Generations | Charitable - urban poor services | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Soderquist
- Jennifer King Soderquist
- Dane Soderquist
- Anders Soderquist
Questions people ask
Does The Soderquist Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Soderquist Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $16,500.
Who runs The Soderquist Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Soderquist (Director/President/Treasurer), Jennifer King Soderquist (Director/Vice President/Secretary), Dane Soderquist (Director) and Anders Soderquist (Director).
What does The Soderquist Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.