A Solid Foundation
Preselected recipients only
A Solid Foundation is a private foundation in Boring, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,420 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,250. 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$10,420
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,250
- Assets$223,614
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,200 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,000 | 9 | $182,550 |
| 2024 | $9,200 | 9 | $204,463 |
| 2025 | $10,420 | 8 | $223,614 |
How to apply
A Solid 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 A Solid Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 7 | $9,420 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rise Church | General Purpose | $3,250 |
| As Is Church | General Purpose | $1,170 |
| Portland Rescue Mission | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Portland Youth Builders | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Embrace Oregon dba The Contingent | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Youth Dynamics | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Transitional Youth | General Purpose | $1,000 |
| Peak 7 Adventures | General Purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michelle D Farnes
- Robert B Farnes
- Cody Farnes
- Darren Ford
- Brent Abney
Questions people ask
Does A Solid Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does A Solid Foundation give?
$10,420 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs A Solid Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michelle D Farnes (President), Robert B Farnes (Treasurer), Cody Farnes (Board Member) and Darren Ford (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does A Solid Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.