Holland M Ware Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Holland M Ware Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Eagle, Idaho. In tax year 2024 it gave $55.4 million in 56 grants; the typical grant was $18,718 and the largest $53.2 million. 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$55.4 million
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$18,718
- Largest grant$53.2 million
- Assets$375 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.2 million the year before.
46% 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 | $3.2 million | 53 | $351 million |
| 2024 | $55.4 million | 56 | $375 million |
How to apply
Holland M Ware Charitable 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 Holland M Ware Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 14 | $53.6 million |
| Idaho | 29 | $1.4 million |
| Nebraska | 1 | $250,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $115,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $51,746 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $9,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1318 Land Trust Inc | Conservation and protection of granite deposit and natural resources. | $53.2 million |
| First Responder's Health Institute | General operations | $275,000 |
| Abor Day Foundation | General operations | $250,000 |
| Boise Rescue Mission | General operations | $250,000 |
| Camp Rainbow Gold | General operations | $160,000 |
| Boise State Athletic Association | Broncobold mental health awareness | $147,612 |
| Cascade Academy | General operations | $100,000 |
| Hoops 4 Kids Idaho | General operations | $90,000 |
| Lagrange Police Department | Animal protection | $75,223 |
| Christian Outreach Multimedia Events Inc (Come) | General operations | $67,000 |
| Iron P Homestead Zoo | General operations | $61,835 |
| Auburn University Small Animal Hospital | Animal rescue | $51,746 |
| Education Foundation of West Ada School District | General operations | $50,000 |
| Meriwether County Animal Shelter | Animal rescue | $40,000 |
| Idaho Community Outreach Behavioral Services | General operations | $37,350 |
| Building Hope Today | General operations | $31,200 |
| Genesis Clinic Community Health | Medical rescue | $30,000 |
| Idaho Department of Health and Welfare | General operations | $30,000 |
| Old Fellas Rescue | Animal rescue | $28,000 |
| Syringa Hospital Foundation | General operations | $27,200 |
| The Closet | General operations | $26,000 |
| Putts for Patriots | General operations | $25,000 |
| Puppy Pipeline Rescue of Georgia | Animal rescue | $20,668 |
| Elevation of 5 C'S of Prophet Inc | Education | $20,540 |
| Women's & Children's Alliance | General operations | $20,298 |
| Ada County Victim Services Center | Shelter/food/medical | $20,000 |
| Cocomadre | General operations | $20,000 |
| Life's Kitchen | General operations | $20,000 |
| West Ga Tech College Foundation | Scholarships | $17,436 |
| Foster and Heart | General operations | $16,885 |
| Camp Grace | General operations | $15,000 |
| Dreamhaven Ranch | General operations | $15,000 |
| Humanity Corps | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| North Coweta Humane Society | Animal rescue | $15,000 |
| Diamonds in the Ruff Csra Inc | Animal rescue | $12,000 |
| 1st Quarter Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Ada County Sheriffs Emp Assoc | General operations | $10,000 |
| Catch | General operations | $10,000 |
| Firenuggets Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| Francis Burns UMC Summer Break Cafe | General operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brenda Thueson
- Ed Bodily
Questions people ask
Does Holland M Ware Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Holland M Ware Charitable Foundation give?
$55.4 million in tax year 2024, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $18,718.
Who runs Holland M Ware Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Brenda Thueson (Trustee) and Ed Bodily (Trustee).
What does Holland M Ware Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and animals.