Delsa Foundation
Historical FunderRolla, Missouri · EIN 43-1634828 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | DONALD SOLETA |
|---|---|
| Address | 17575 ELK PRAIRIE DRIVE, Rolla MO 65401 |
| Phone | 5735789942 |
| Form and materials | A DOCUMENT STATING A DESCRIPTION OF THE NEED FOR FUNDS, THE AMOUNT OF FUNDS REQUESTED, AND HOW THE FUNDS WILL BE USED. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE REQUESTED AT THE DIRECTOR'S DISCRETION. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | THERE ARE NO RESTRICTIONS OR LIMITATIONS ON AWARDS. ALL APPLICATIONS ARE EVALUATED WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF THE FOUNDATION'S BY-LAWS. HOWEVER, THE MO-SCI CHARITABLE FOUNDATION FAVORS EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS, ESPECIALLY THE MISSOURI UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
11% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri Rolla | Union, MO | Educational | $12,000 |
| East Central College | Springfield, MO | Educational | $10,000 |
| State Technical College of Missouri | Miami, FL | Educational | $10,000 |
| Fine Linen Theatre | Saint James, MO | Further their mission | $10,000 |
| Phelps County Community Foundation | Springfield, MO | Furthur their mission | $10,000 |
| Den Phelps Riii School District | Salem, MO | Further their mission | $5,000 |
| Columbia College of Mo | Saint James, MO | General support of mission | $4,000 |
| Missouri State University | Rolla, MO | General support of mission | $4,000 |
| Lincoln University | Columbia, MO | Educational | $4,000 |
| University of Missouri Columbia | Neosho, MO | Educational | $4,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | Rolla, MO | Educational | $2,000 |
| Ozarks Tech Community College | Columbia, MO | Educational | $2,000 |
| College of the Ozarks | Point Lookout, MO | Educational | $2,000 |
| University of Indiana | Bloomington, IN | Educational | $2,000 |
| Truman State University | Kirksville, MO | Educational | $2,000 |
| Phelps County Animal Rescue | Saint James, MO | Further their mission | $2,000 |
| City of Rolla Animal Shelter | Rolla, MO | Further their mission | $1,000 |
| Phelps County R3 School Chess Club | Edgar Springs, MO | Educational | $300 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($5,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $91,300 | 19 |
| 2023 | $89,651 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513179349103171
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-1634828
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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