Harry L and Ruby T Soames Educational Foundation
Historical FunderSaint Louis, Missouri · EIN 91-6281207 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,400 and $11,200.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Senior Principal |
|---|---|
| Address | 12033 SE 256th Street, Kent WA 98030 |
| Phone | 2533737000 |
| Form and materials | Application must be submitted in letter form outlining grades and reason wanting higher education |
| Deadlines | APRIL 10 |
| Restrictions | AWARDS RESTRICTED TO GRADUATES OF KENT HS DISTRICT WITH A MINIMUM GPA OF 3.78 ON 4.0 SCALE AND MIN SAT SCORE OF 1310 OR ACT OF 29 AND HAVE FINANCIAL NEED |
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
100% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St James Episcopal Parish | Kent, WA | Scholarship | $11,200 |
| University of Washington | Tacoma, WA | Scholarship | $10,400 |
| Whitworth University | Spokane, WA | Scholarship | $10,400 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $32,000 | 3 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $29,332 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611249349102921
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-6281207
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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