Roland & Ruby Holden Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Roland & Ruby Holden Foundation is a private foundation in Mount Vernon, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $934,860 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $242,615 and the largest $500,245. 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$934,860
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$242,615
- Largest grant$500,245
- Assets$34.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $984,024 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $984,024 | 3 | $32.4 million |
| 2024 | $934,860 | 3 | $34.9 million |
How to apply
Roland & Ruby Holden 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 Roland & Ruby Holden Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 3 | $934,860 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa Foundation | Funding comprehensive cancer research and treatment | $500,245 |
| Grinnell College | Global learning program for grinnell college | $242,615 |
| Williamsburg Iowa Historical Society | Operating and general maintenance expenses | $192,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan H McCurry
- Curtis L Blythe
- Mary A Blythe
- Charles W Orr
- Kristen J Wilcox
Questions people ask
Does Roland & Ruby Holden Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roland & Ruby Holden Foundation give?
$934,860 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $242,615.
Who runs Roland & Ruby Holden Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan H McCurry (President & Director), Curtis L Blythe (Secretary & Director), Mary A Blythe (Director) and Charles W Orr (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Roland & Ruby Holden Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.