Bill Holmes Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Bill Holmes Charitable Trust is a private foundation in North Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $302,733 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $17,659 and the largest $32,796. 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$302,733
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$17,659
- Largest grant$32,796
- Assets$0
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $248,164 the year before.
15% 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 | $160,517 | 9 | $0 |
| 2024 | $248,164 | 13 | $0 |
| 2025 | $302,733 | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
Bill Holmes Charitable Trust 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 Bill Holmes Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $79,048 |
| New York | 1 | $32,796 |
| Florida | 1 | $28,592 |
| Texas | 1 | $28,592 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $28,591 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $28,591 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $18,501 |
| Idaho | 1 | $17,659 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $17,659 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $13,454 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Where most needed | $32,796 |
| Food for the Poor | Feed Children | $28,592 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Feed and House Homeless | $28,592 |
| Individual | Feed and support families | $28,592 |
| Happy Hill Farm for Children | Care and housing for Children. | $28,592 |
| Feed the Children | Support Kids | $28,591 |
| Cross International | Where most needed for Children | $28,591 |
| International Children's Surgical F | Provide free surgery for Children with treatable disfigurements | $17,659 |
| St Joseph Indian School | Where most needed | $17,659 |
| St Jude's Childrens Research Hospit | Medical Research for Children | $13,454 |
| Samueli Academy | Where most needed | $12,614 |
| Barium Springs Home for Children | Care and education of Children | $9,251 |
| Crossnore School Children's Home | Support Childeren's education and care. | $9,250 |
| Friends of San Pasqual Academy | To support and assist children. | $9,250 |
| Palmer Home for Children | Support of Children's program. | $9,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Holmes
Questions people ask
Does Bill Holmes Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bill Holmes Charitable Trust give?
$302,733 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $17,659.
Who runs Bill Holmes Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Holmes (Ceo).
What does Bill Holmes Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and housing and homelessness.