Soma Foundation Inc
SOMA Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Columbus, Georgia, established in 2014. It provides grants to Christian ministries whose goals include proclaiming the gospel and whose activities and operating principles align with its Statement of Faith.
Soma Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Soma Foundation Inc gave $11.5M across 67 grants in 2024 (avg $171K), top state North Carolina. 30% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $11,473,126
- -37.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 67
- +24.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $171,241
- -49.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $40,000
- Total assets
- $374,086,719
- +15.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 30% first-time grantees (20 of 67, 2024)
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (33% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Soma Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The Foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds, according to its filing. Its website says organizations must complete and pass an eligibility quiz before being invited to submit a Letter of Intent. Organizations outside its primary geographic area are not eligible to apply unless they have previously received funding or are invited to apply. The Foundation seeks proposals demonstrating effectiveness, collaboration, best practices, sustainability, documented outcomes, and alignment with its priorities.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 5346, Columbus, GA 31906
Phone: (706) 221-7262
Website: https://somafoundation.net
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Soma Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Billy Graham Evangelistic Associati ($2.0M). Together the top 10 received $8.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
255 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 111 grants of 255 (44%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation primarily funds organizations in the 16 counties of Georgia’s West Central Health District and Russell County, Alabama. It identifies the Georgia counties as Chattahoochee, Clay, Crisp, Dooley, Harris, Macon, Marion, Muscogee, Quitman, Randolph, Schley, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot, Taylor, and Webster.
Its 2024 grants also went to recipients in other states. By grant dollars, the largest recipient-state shares were North Carolina (33%), Georgia (24%), Massachusetts (14%), Texas (10%), and New York (7%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 67 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Soma Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
30%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 20 of 67 grantees (30%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $38K; repeat grants $228K. How we count
Medians: $15K first-time, $75K repeat.
- 57% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+14%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 67% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $8.1M (2020) to $18.4M (2023). In 2024 it made 67 grants totaling $11.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Associati Charlotte, NC | Financial Support | $2,000,000 |
| Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary South Hamilton, MA | Financial Support | $1,500,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse Boone, NC | Financial Support | $1,035,000 |
| Duke University Durham, NC | Financial Support | $750,000 |
| The Foundation for Theological New York, NY | Financial Support | $750,000 |
| Baylor University Waco, TX | Financial Support | $750,000 |
| United Theological Seminary Dayton, OH | Financial Support | $500,000 |
| Valley Rescue Mission Columbus, GA | Financial Support | $400,000 |
| Seattle Pacific University Seattle, WA | Financial Support | $250,000 |
| Gammon Theological Seminary Atlanta, GA | Financial Support | $250,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $374,086,719 | $40,499,313 | $15,561,665 | $11,473,126 | 67 | $11,473,126 | $24,190,869 | $17,236,478 |
| 2023 | $323,507,459 | $32,773,622 | $22,647,882 | $18,413,100 | 54 | $18,413,100 | $18,055,229 | $14,863,767 |
| 2022 | $301,030,956 | $20,183,946 | $18,239,239 | $13,266,000 | 51 | $13,266,000 | $4,981,287 | $14,372,745 |
| 2021 | $291,253,599 | $42,658,716 | $13,514,549 | $10,090,811 | 44 | $10,090,811 | $22,922,985 | $13,265,731 |
| 2020 | $231,831,116 | $20,303,973 | $10,210,117 | $8,065,000 | 39 | — | $5,398,556 | $10,091,048 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Soma Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $17.2M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation says its purpose is to glorify God and Jesus Christ through grants to qualifying Christian ministries. Its website identifies theological school scholarships and “Transformative Minis” among its priorities.
The Foundation’s 2024 recipients illustrate the range of organizations it supported. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary describes its mission as preparing men and women for ministry; Samaritan’s Purse says it provides spiritual and physical aid to people facing hardship; and Valley Rescue Mission says it serves homeless and needy people in its community. Baylor University describes its mission as integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment.
Potential grantees must affirm the Foundation’s Statement of Faith in writing through their chief executive officer.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the Foundation gave $11,473,126 through 67 grants. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $2,000,000, with a median of $40,000.
Among its largest 2024 grants were $2,000,000 to Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, $1,500,000 to Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, $1,035,000 to Samaritan’s Purse, and $750,000 each to Duke University, The Foundation for Theological, and Baylor University. Each was listed with the purpose “financial support.”
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Daniel P Amos as Chairman and Kathelen Amos, Lauren Amos, Laura Smith, and Tamara Callier as Trustees.
Soma Foundation Inc is led by Daniel P. Amos, Chairman since 2022 (on filings since 2020); 2 of 5 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Daniel P. Amos
Chairman
President → Chairman, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Laura Smith
Trustee
On filings since 2022
$25K (2023) → $25K (2024)
Tamara Callier
Trustee
On filings since 2022
$25K (2023) → $25K (2024)
Kathelen Amos
Trustee
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Lauren Amos
Trustee
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $25K, to Laura Smith (Trustee). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Soma Foundation Inc
How much does Soma Foundation Inc give each year?
Soma Foundation Inc gave $11.5M across 67 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $18.4M across 54 grants.
What is Soma Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Soma Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $40,000, and its average grant was $171,241, across 67 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Soma Foundation Inc that year got $38K on average.
Where does Soma Foundation Inc give grants?
Soma Foundation Inc's top state is North Carolina, with 33% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Georgia (24%) and Massachusetts (14%). The most frequent recipient cities were Columbus, GA (17 grants), Atlanta, GA (12 grants), Marietta, GA (3 grants) and Macon, GA (2 grants).
Does Soma Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 67 grants with a stated purpose on Soma Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Financial Support" (67 grants).
Who are Soma Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Soma Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Billy Graham Evangelistic Associati ($2,000,000), Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary ($1,500,000) and Samaritan's Purse ($1,035,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 40% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Soma Foundation Inc?
Soma Foundation Inc reported $374.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $11.5M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $17.2M (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Soma Foundation Inc fund?
The Foundation says its purpose is to glorify God and Jesus Christ through grants to qualifying Christian ministries. Its website identifies theological school scholarships and “Transformative Minis” among its priorities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Soma Foundation Inc?
The Foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds, according to its filing. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Soma Foundation Inc's EIN?
Soma Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-3994466. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Soma Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Soma Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 13, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/soma-foundation-inc-morg_5d3a7bbc2d3448528d5a35b8d115b8f1
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