Grants paid in 2024
Top 60 of 67 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Billy Graham Evangelistic AssociatiCharlotte, NC | Financial support | $2.0M |
| Gordon-Conwell Theological SeminarySouth Hamilton, MA | Financial support | $1.5M |
| Samaritan's PurseBoone, NC | Financial support | $1.0M |
| Duke UniversityDurham, NC | Financial support | $750K |
| The Foundation for TheologicalNew York, NY | Financial support | $750K |
| Baylor UniversityWaco, TX | Financial support | $750K |
| United Theological SeminaryDayton, OH | Financial support | $500K |
| Valley Rescue MissionColumbus, GA | Financial support | $400K |
| Seattle Pacific UniversitySeattle, WA | Financial support | $250K |
| Gammon Theological SeminaryAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $250K |
| Pan-African Acad Chrst SurgeonDallas, TX | Financial support | $250K |
| Wesley Biblical SeminaryJackson, MS | Financial support | $250K |
| Young LifeColumbus, GA | Financial support | $210K |
| Naomi's VillageFlower Mound, TX | Financial support | $180K |
| Mercy MedColumbus, GA | Financial support | $175K |
| Open Door Community HouseColumbus, GA | Financial support | $170K |
| St Luke United Methodist ChurchColumbus, GA | Financial support | $131K |
| Asbury Theological SeminaryWilmore, KY | Financial support | $129K |
| University of CumberlandsWilliamsburg, KY | Financial support | $125K |
| Foundation of Wesley WoodsAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $125K |
| Safehouse MinistriesColumbus, GA | Financial support | $110K |
| Truth Spring AcademyColumbus, GA | Financial support | $100K |
| A3Cerritos, CA | Financial support | $100K |
| Paradise Atl Enrichmen TcenterAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $100K |
| Methodist Home for ChildrenMacon, GA | Financial support | $75K |
| The Wesley Heritage FoundationMidland, GA | Financial support | $75K |
| Toccoa Falls CollegeToccoa Falls, GA | Financial support | $75K |
| Eye Care to the Needy IncColumbus, GA | Financial support | $60K |
| International Friends MinistryColumbus, GA | Financial support | $50K |
| The LA Vida Cntr at Gordon CollegeWenham, MA | Financial support | $50K |
| Fields of Grace MinistriesShiloh, GA | Financial support | $47K |
| Fellowship of Christian AthletesKansas City, MO | Financial support | $45K |
| The House of TimeColumbus, GA | Financial support | $40K |
| Stewart Community HomeColumbus, GA | Financial support | $40K |
| Micah's PromiseColumbus, GA | Financial support | $36K |
| Good Samaritan HealthAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $35K |
| Eagle RanchFlowery Branch, GA | Financial support | $35K |
| Focus on TruthColumbus, GA | Financial support | $33K |
| Agape Youth Family CenterAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $30K |
| Clement ArtsColumbus, GA | Financial support | $30K |
| Greater Atlanta Christian SchoolNorcross, GA | Financial support | $30K |
| Must MinistriesMarietta, GA | Financial support | $25K |
| Restoring the SoulLakewood, CO | Financial support | $25K |
| The Good SamaritanMarietta, GA | Financial support | $25K |
| Hope HealsAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $25K |
| Heartbound Ministries IncAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $20K |
| Wesley Glen MinistriesMacon, GA | Financial support | $20K |
| Sagamore InstituteIndianapolis, IN | Financial support | $20K |
| Courage for LifeMarietta, GA | Financial support | $15K |
| Gilgal IncAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $15K |
| Prison AllianceRaleigh, NC | Financial support | $15K |
| City of Refuge IncAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $15K |
| St Paul UmcColumbus, GA | Financial support | $10K |
| Teen AdvisorsColumbus, GA | Financial support | $10K |
| Teen ChallengeColumbus, GA | Financial support | $10K |
| Military Community Youth MinistriesColorado Springs, CO | Financial support | $10K |
| Atlanta Youth AcademyAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $10K |
| Ancient Way FarmsEllerslie, GA | Financial support | $10K |
| Mpact Men's MinistriesMelbourne, FL | Financial support | $10K |
| Clifton Sanctuary MinistriesAtlanta, GA | Financial support | $10K |
By state: North Carolina 4 · Georgia 45 · Massachusetts 2 · Texas 3 · New York 1 · Ohio 1
Giving by year
Contributions, gifts, and grants paid, from Form 990-PF via ProPublica.
About this foundation
Soma Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Columbus, Georgia, administered in care of Jeannie Chobotiuk, tax-exempt since 2014. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Foundation websiteLatest 990-PF (PDF)All filings on ProPublica
Does Soma Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Soma Foundation Inc give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $11M across 67 grants, a median of $40K.
Where does Soma Foundation Inc give?
North Carolina (4 grants), Georgia (45 grants), Massachusetts (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Beloco Foundation Incsince 1967 | Columbus, GA | $1.5M23 grants · 2024 | $50K | Yes | $24M |
| Pezold Family Foundation Incsince 1997 | Columbus, GA | $1.2M1 grants · 2025 | $1.2M | Yes | $24M |
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