Soave Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Soave Foundation is a private foundation in Detroit, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $641,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$641,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$319,972
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $452,050 the year before.
41% 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 | $452,050 | 21 | $195,432 |
| 2024 | $641,500 | 17 | $319,972 |
How to apply
Soave 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 Soave Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 14 | $599,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $15,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ascension St John Foundation | Medical | $300,000 |
| Detroit Institute of Arts | Artistic | $200,000 |
| Church of the Messiah Housing Corporation | Community service | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles County Museum of Art | Artistic | $25,000 |
| Grosse Pointe Chapel Co Corewell Health Fdn Southeast Michigan | Artistic | $25,000 |
| Fashion Trust US | Educational | $15,000 |
| The War Memorial | Community service | $10,500 |
| Ascension St John Foundationholley Institute | Medical | $10,000 |
| Angel's Place | Community service | $5,000 |
| Grosse Pointe Chamber Foundation | Artistic | $5,000 |
| On the Mend Inc | Medicalmedical | $5,000 |
| Rugiero Promise Foundation | Medical | $5,000 |
| The Helm | Community service | $3,000 |
| Citizens Research Council of Michigan | Community service | $2,500 |
| Troy Foundation for Education | Educationalcommunity service | $2,500 |
| Sunflowers to Roses Bike Tour | Medical | $2,500 |
| Andiamo Charities | Community service | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kristin Kless
- Yale Levin
- Richard T Brockhaus
- Edward L Schwartz
- Michael L Piesko
- Derek Adolf
- Christopher O Corden
Questions people ask
Does Soave Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Soave Foundation give?
$641,500 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Soave Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kristin Kless (Vice President), Yale Levin (President, Director), Richard T Brockhaus (Treasurer, Director) and Edward L Schwartz (Sr. Vice President, Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Soave Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and education.