Sonerholm Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sonerholm Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $9,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $4,200. 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$9,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$4,200
- Assets$268,126
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8,550 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $8,550 | 5 | $253,173 |
| 2024 | $9,000 | 5 | $268,126 |
How to apply
Sonerholm Charitable 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 Sonerholm Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $6,600 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,200 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Aid | Charitable work | $4,200 |
| International Cooperating Ministry | Charitable work | $1,200 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Charitable work | $1,200 |
| Missions Door | Charitable work | $1,200 |
| International Mission Board | Charitable work | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Lewis Sonerholm
- Shannon Richards
- Robert Richards
Questions people ask
Does Sonerholm Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sonerholm Charitable Foundation give?
$9,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs Sonerholm Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lewis Sonerholm (Board Member), Shannon Richards (President) and Robert Richards (Secy/Treas).
What does Sonerholm Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.