The Soo Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Soo Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Forest, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $213,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $8,150 and the largest $54,000. 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$213,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$8,150
- Largest grant$54,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees81%
Giving in 2025 was up from $192,500 the year before.
81% of its 2025 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 | $163,600 | 9 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $192,500 | 12 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $213,500 | 18 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
The Soo Foundation Inc 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 Soo Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Maryland. It also paid $8,800 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2 | $66,000 |
| North Carolina | 8 | $51,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $24,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Missions Inc | General | $54,000 |
| Individual | Stupa Fund | $24,000 |
| North Carolina Botanical Garden Fnd | Coker Arbor & Dixie LP Soo Pavilion | $22,000 |
| Yeshe Nyingpo Inc | General | $20,000 |
| American Red Cross | General | $20,000 |
| John Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center | Pancreatic Cancer Research in Memory of Catherine Nerantzis | $12,000 |
| Hirshberg Fnd for Pancreatic Resear | General | $10,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Donation in Memory of Catherine Nerantzis | $10,000 |
| Dudjom Foundation | Rinpoche's Mission | $8,800 |
| Dispute Settlement Center | General | $7,500 |
| Animal Protection Society of Durham | General | $5,000 |
| Homes of Hope India | General | $5,000 |
| Ackland Art Museum | General | $3,000 |
| Alliance Francaise of Raleigh-Durha | General | $3,000 |
| Religious Coalition for Nonviolent | General | $3,000 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Life Skills Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Prayer Rock Foundation | General | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth A Soo
- Michael L Soo
- Liang Yee Soo MD
- Jeffery D Soo
- Susan Hunsaker
- Catherine Soo Nerantzis
Questions people ask
Does The Soo Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Soo Foundation Inc give?
$213,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $8,150.
Who runs The Soo Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth A Soo (Vice President), Michael L Soo (Trustee), Liang Yee Soo MD (President) and Jeffery D Soo (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Soo Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.