Soonae Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Soonae Foundation is a private foundation in Burnet, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.1 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $40,250 and the largest $3.6 million. 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$7.1 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$40,250
- Largest grant$3.6 million
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10.0 million the year before.
36% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10.0 million | 24 | $141,345 |
| 2024 | $7.1 million | 32 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Soonae 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 Soonae Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Virginia. It also paid $170,110 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 3 | $3.6 million |
| Texas | 14 | $2.3 million |
| Arkansas | 1 | $370,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $159,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $75,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $60,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $60,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $57,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $50,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $41,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Run Ministry | In support of organizational mission | $3.6 million |
| Hope Builders International | In support of organizational mission | $1.0 million |
| Individual | In support of organizational mission | $850,000 |
| Rescuing Lives | In support of organizational mission | $370,500 |
| Pastor Tony Jean | In suport of organizational mission | $170,110 |
| Globeserve International | In support of organizational mission | $159,000 |
| Austin Disaster Releif Network | In support of organizational mission | $120,001 |
| Highland Lakes Crisis Network | In support of organizational mission | $120,000 |
| Epic International | In support of organizational mission | $60,500 |
| International Prayer Connect | In support of organizational mission | $60,000 |
| Serve Source | In suport of organizational mission | $60,000 |
| Families Set Free Inc | In support of organizational mission | $50,000 |
| The Pocket Testament League | In suport of organizational mission | $50,000 |
| Hill Country Fellowship | In support of organizational mission | $46,429 |
| Barnabas Capital Inc | In support of organizational mission | $45,000 |
| Call 2 All | In support of organizational mission | $41,000 |
| Freedom Multiplied | In suport of organizational mission | $39,500 |
| Omf International | In support of organizational mission | $30,000 |
| World Horizons | In suport of organizational mission | $29,500 |
| Young Life TX 170 | In support of organizational mission | $22,500 |
| Phoenix Center | In support of organizational mission | $20,000 |
| First Liberty Institute | In suport of organizational mission | $20,000 |
| Reah International | In suport of organizational mission | $20,000 |
| Reaching Africa's Unreached | In suport of organizational mission | $16,000 |
| Global Horizons Inc | In support of organizational mission | $15,000 |
| Bethel Renewal Center | In support of organizational mission | $10,000 |
| Highland Lakes Pregnancy Resouce | In support of organizational mission | $8,000 |
| International Sports Academy | In suport of organizational mission | $7,000 |
| Casa for the Highland Lakes Area | In support of organizational mission | $5,000 |
| Kardelene Mercy Teams | In support of organizational mission | $5,000 |
| Men of Valor | In support of organizational mission | $5,000 |
| His Joshua House | In suport of organizational mission | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Neusch
- Agnes Neusch
Questions people ask
Does Soonae Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Soonae Foundation give?
$7.1 million in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $40,250.
Who runs Soonae Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William Neusch (President) and Agnes Neusch (Vice President).
What does Soonae Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and human services.