Holmes Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Holmes Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $60,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$60,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $70,000 the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,000 | 7 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 7 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Holmes Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 5 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food Bank of the Rockies | General | $20,000 |
| Centaurus Monarch Community Scolarship | General | $15,000 |
| Cozy Coats for Kids | General | $5,000 |
| I Have A Dream Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Procyon Strong Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Colorado Outward Bound Schoo | General | $5,000 |
| Volunteers of America | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay Tyler Holmes
- Claudette Holmes
- Phil Fiore
- Miriam W Holmes
- Cortney H Ridens
- Katelyn Holmes
- Matt Ridens
- Beckett C Horner
Questions people ask
Does Holmes Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Holmes Foundation Inc give?
$60,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Holmes Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jay Tyler Holmes (President), Claudette Holmes (Director), Phil Fiore (Director) and Miriam W Holmes (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.