SS Foundation
Preselected recipients only
SS Foundation is a private foundation in Lubbock, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $276,425 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $57,425. 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$276,425
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$57,425
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $263,668 the year before.
71% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $330,109 | 15 | $5.5 million |
| 2023 | $263,668 | 14 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $276,425 | 17 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
SS 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 SS Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 15 | $274,425 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $1,500 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| High Point Village | General | $57,425 |
| Lubbock Dream Center | General | $50,000 |
| Lubbock Symphony Orchestra | General | $40,000 |
| Texas Tech School of Music | General | $30,000 |
| Methodist Children's Home | General | $25,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Individual | General | $12,000 |
| Kingdom CO-OP | General | $10,000 |
| Individual | General | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Abiline | General | $5,000 |
| Parkridge | General | $5,000 |
| West Texas ALS Support Group | General | $3,000 |
| Stick Horses and Capes | General | $2,500 |
| Texas NF Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,000 |
| First Methodist Church | General | $1,500 |
| Prater Peak Inc | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel R Scheef
- Trey Duncan
- Preston Tharp
- Jana Scheef
Questions people ask
Does SS Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SS Foundation give?
$276,425 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs SS Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Samuel R Scheef (President), Trey Duncan (Vice President), Preston Tharp (Treasurer) and Jana Scheef (Secretary).
What does SS Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.