Saddle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Saddle Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $350,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$29.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.0 million 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 | $2.0 million | 8 | $26.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 7 | $29.8 million |
How to apply
Saddle 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $983,333 |
| Michigan | 3 | $475,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA of San Franciscoembarcadero | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $350,000 |
| American Red Cross N Ca Coastal Region | Use consistent w501(c)(3) status | $333,333 |
| Healthright 360 | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $300,000 |
| Umrc Foundation - Howard S Holmes Endowment Fund | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $250,000 |
| Mar Alliance | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $150,000 |
| Main Street Park Alliance | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $125,000 |
| Washtenaw 100 Inc | Use consistent w/501(c)(3) status | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathryn W Holmes
- Howard Howdy S Holmes
- Howard S Holmes II
Questions people ask
Does Saddle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Saddle Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Saddle Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathryn W Holmes (Director/Pres/Secy/Treas), Howard Howdy S Holmes (Director/Vice-Pres) and Howard S Holmes II (Director/Vice-Pres).