Bernard and Elaine Soss Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Bernard and Elaine Soss Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Youngstown, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,709 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $30,354 and the largest $40,000. 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$60,709
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$30,354
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$868,238
Giving in 2025 was down from $64,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $64,000 | 2 | $732,094 |
| 2024 | $64,000 | 2 | $828,528 |
| 2025 | $60,709 | 2 | $868,238 |
How to apply
Bernard and Elaine Soss Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $60,709 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $40,000 | |
| Individual | $20,709 |
Officers and trustees
- Herb Soss
- Diane Soss-Zenda
Questions people ask
Does Bernard and Elaine Soss Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bernard and Elaine Soss Charitable Trust give?
$60,709 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $30,354.
Who runs Bernard and Elaine Soss Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Herb Soss (Trustee) and Diane Soss-Zenda (Trustee).