Holden Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Holden Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minnetonka, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $59,000 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $1,400 and the largest $5,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$59,000
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$1,400
- Largest grant$5,500
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,000 the year before.
7% 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 | $58,000 | 28 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 29 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $59,000 | 31 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mary Lou Holden 4835 Spring Circle, Minnetonka, MN 55345 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (952) 935-5267 |
| What to submit | Formal or informal letter and brochure or other information on charity. |
What Holden Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 20 | $41,950 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $3,900 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,700 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,600 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,200 |
| California | 2 | $800 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $350 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity | General donation | $5,500 |
| Community Emergency Service | General donation | $4,650 |
| The Food Group | General donation | $4,650 |
| Lutheran Social Service of MN | General donation | $3,800 |
| Loaves and Fishes | General donation | $3,600 |
| Wounded Warriors Family Support | General donation | $3,500 |
| Dav Charitable Service Trust | General donation | $3,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General donation | $3,000 |
| Salvation Army | General donation | $3,000 |
| Feed My Starving Children | General donation | $2,800 |
| Mercy Ships | General donation | $2,700 |
| Metro Hope Ministries | General donation | $2,000 |
| Partners in Health | General donation | $1,600 |
| Simpson Housing Services | General donation | $1,600 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | General donation | $1,400 |
| Intercongregation Communities Assoc | General donation | $1,400 |
| Alexandra House Inc | General donation | $1,200 |
| Can Do Canines | General donation | $1,200 |
| Help at Your Door | General donation | $1,200 |
| National Alliance on Mental Health | General donation | $1,200 |
| People Reaching Out to People | General donation | $1,200 |
| Interfaith Outreach | General donation | $1,150 |
| Metro Meals on Wheels | General donation | $600 |
| San Franciso Achievers | General donation | $500 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary | General donation | $500 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | General donation | $400 |
| Individual | General donation | $400 |
| Citizens for Humane Action | General donation | $350 |
| Animal Humane Society of Hennepin County | General donation | $300 |
| National Disaster Search Dog Foundation | General donation | $300 |
| Eric James Benson Foundation | General donation | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Lou Holden
- Thomas E Cary
- Helen Holden
Questions people ask
Does Holden Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Holden Family Foundation give?
$59,000 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $1,400.
Who runs Holden Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Lou Holden (Pres/Treas/Secr), Thomas E Cary (Vice President) and Helen Holden (Vice President).
What does Holden Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, housing and homelessness and faith communities.