The William & Margaret Fern Holmes Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William & Margaret Fern Holmes Family Foundation is a private foundation in Orange, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $175,000 and the largest $435,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.4 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$175,000
- Largest grant$435,000
- Assets$32.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 7 | $28.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 7 | $30.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 6 | $32.1 million |
How to apply
The William & Margaret Fern Holmes Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The William & Margaret Fern Holmes Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $980,000 |
| New York | 1 | $435,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Parkinson's research | $435,000 |
| USC Roski Eye Institute | Supporting progressive programs of eye research, education, and patient care. | $435,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Capistrano Valley | Help young people reach their full potential as productive and responsible caring individuals | $175,000 |
| California Youth Services | Mental health treatment, alcohol, drug abuse, and delinquency prevention | $175,000 |
| JF Shea Therapeutic Riding Center | Provide therapeutic horseback riding for the disabled. | $175,000 |
| Rotary Club of San Juan Capistrano | Support the community of san juan capistrano | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Oscar Jimenez
- Charlene Jimenez
- Lawrence B Lareau
Questions people ask
Does The William & Margaret Fern Holmes Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William & Margaret Fern Holmes Family Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $175,000.
Who runs The William & Margaret Fern Holmes Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Oscar Jimenez (Trustee), Charlene Jimenez (Trustee) and Lawrence B Lareau (Trustee).
What does The William & Margaret Fern Holmes Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and youth programs.