William A Solomene Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William A Solomene Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.0 million in 25 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$193,131
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $900,000 the year before.
44% 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 | $600,000 | 19 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $900,000 | 18 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $3.0 million | 25 | $193,131 |
How to apply
William A Solomene 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 William A Solomene Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $2.6 million |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $180,000 |
| California | 2 | $65,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $60,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Dallas | General | $1.1 million |
| St Phillips Catholic Church | General | $425,000 |
| Utsw Medical Center | General | $340,000 |
| Free Enterprise Institute | General | $248,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | General | $200,000 |
| Academy of Philosophy | General | $150,000 |
| University of Texas | General | $70,000 |
| Animal Refuge Foundation | General | $60,000 |
| Childrens Miracle Network | General | $60,000 |
| Shriners Children | General | $50,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | General | $50,000 |
| Texas Scottish Rite | General | $50,000 |
| New Oxford Review | General | $40,000 |
| Homes for Our Troops | General | $30,000 |
| Ignatius Press | General | $25,000 |
| Bonton Farms Communities Fdn | General | $20,000 |
| Society of G K Chesterton | General | $20,000 |
| Operation Kindness | General | $20,000 |
| Paws for Purple Hearts | General | $15,000 |
| Park Cities Rotary Club | General | $15,000 |
| Patriot Paws Service Dogs | General | $10,000 |
| Polish Heritage Center | General | $10,000 |
| The Agape Clinic | General | $10,000 |
| Intercollegiate Studies | General | $5,000 |
| A Voice for All Paws | General | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas W Pauken
- Lynn O Surls
- Ron Hinds
Questions people ask
Does William A Solomene Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William A Solomene Charitable Foundation give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs William A Solomene Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas W Pauken (Chairman), Lynn O Surls (Vice Preside) and Ron Hinds (Director).
What does William A Solomene Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.