Holmes CSM Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Holmes CSM Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $52,625 and the largest $570,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.1 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$52,625
- Largest grant$570,000
- Assets$23.8 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $985,000 the year before.
29% of its 2025 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 | $1.0 million | 3 | $20.9 million |
| 2024 | $985,000 | 6 | $22.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 8 | $23.8 million |
How to apply
Holmes CSM Family 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 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 7 | $1.1 million |
| Florida | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Allina Associated Foundation | General | $570,000 |
| Friends of East Africa Foundation | General | $249,285 |
| Allina Associated Foundation | General | $124,000 |
| Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation | General | $75,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General | $30,250 |
| Naples United Church of Christ | General | $30,000 |
| Northern Star Council | General | $10,000 |
| People Serving People Inc | General | $1,050 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary S Holmes
- Eugene M Bowar
- Brandon Audette
- Robert Dann
- Pete Michielutti
Questions people ask
Does Holmes CSM Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Holmes CSM Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $52,625.
Who runs Holmes CSM Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary S Holmes (Chairman/President/Directo), Eugene M Bowar (Vice President/Director), Brandon Audette (Secretary/Treasurer) and Robert Dann (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.