Holle Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Holle Family Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.8 million in 58 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.1 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.8 million
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$51.6 million
- New grantees76%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
76% of its 2024 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 | $1.6 million | 34 | $47.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 58 | $51.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Holle Family Foundation 2112 11th Ave S Ste 541, Birmingham, AL 35205 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (205) 603-8746, manager@cawaco.org |
| What to submit | Organizations interested in applying for a grant can access the online grant application as well as the grantee guidelines at www.hollefamilyfoundation.org. |
| Deadlines | Applications become available on august 1st annually for projects beginning january 1st. |
| Restrictions | Refer to grantee guidelines at www.hollefamilyfoundation.org. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Holle Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 56 | $2.5 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $26,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Alabama | Ua-ccis endowed chair | $1.1 million |
| Alabama Childhood Food Solution | Building construction-new campus $100,000 current year; $150,000 2025 | $150,300 |
| University of West Alabama | Construct metal building to store essential equipment | $142,791 |
| Habitat for Humanity-Tuscaloosa | Provide infrastructure for westgrove neighborhood | $125,000 |
| UA Holle Awards | Holle awards | $100,000 |
| Samford University | Complete scholarship endowment | $75,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Land acquisition and trail | $75,000 |
| Transformation Montgomery | Remodel 2 houses;build gazebo | $60,000 |
| Flourish Alabama | Arts/cultural center support | $50,250 |
| Lakeshore Foundation | Outdoor shade structure | $50,000 |
| Will Bright Foundation | 12 passenger van | $40,000 |
| Grace House Ministries | Furniture for residents | $34,877 |
| Humane Society of West Alabama | Two (2) transportation vehicles | $31,051 |
| Walker College Foundation | Scholarships | $31,000 |
| Blount County Education Foundation | Inclusive playground for cleveland | $30,000 |
| Camp McDowell | Handicapped accessible trail | $30,000 |
| National Communications Association | Endow communications award | $26,000 |
| College Choice Foundation | Bates scholarships | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army of Greater Birmingham | End of year commitment | $20,000 |
| Blazerkitchen (Uab) | General support | $15,000 |
| Christian Service Mission | General support | $15,000 |
| Croom Foundation | Mentorship, college prep; fundraising | $15,000 |
| Jones Valley Teaching Farm | Apprenticeship program | $15,000 |
| Raleigh's Place | Complete renovation of transitional living apartments for age-out foster care youth | $15,000 |
| West Alabama Food Bank | General support | $15,000 |
| Firehouse Community Arts Center | Studio equipment to complete arts and general support | $14,848 |
| Mercy Deliverance Ministries | Stock for mobile food truck | $14,381 |
| Community Soup Bowl | One month food and supplies | $12,000 |
| Alzheimer's of Central Alabama | General support | $10,000 |
| Birmingham Black Radio Museum | General support | $10,000 |
| Birmingham Boys Choir | General support | $10,000 |
| Bsa Eagle Scout Plaza | General support | $10,000 |
| Center for Elder Justice (Middle Alabama Agency on Aging) | General support | $10,000 |
| Episcopal Place | General support | $10,000 |
| Friends of Locust Fork | Complete public access for taylor park | $10,000 |
| Kentuck Art Center & Festival | Create clay art classroom | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General support | $10,000 |
| Spring Valley School | General support | $10,000 |
| First Light Women's and Children's Shelter | General support | $5,000 |
| Folds of Honor Alabama Chapter | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick O'Neil
- Ray Acton
- Bill Martin
- Don Brown
- Mike Royer
- Sharon Tinsley
- Barrett Bowdre
Questions people ask
Does Holle Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications become available on august 1st annually for projects beginning january 1st..
How much does Holle Family Foundation give?
$2.8 million in tax year 2024, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Holle Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patrick O'Neil (Chairman), Ray Acton (Treasurer), Bill Martin (Secretary) and Don Brown (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Holle Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and environment and conservation.