The Holborn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Holborn Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $382,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$382,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$8.7 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $598,500 the year before.
63% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.7 million | 29 | $5.4 million |
| 2023 | $598,500 | 26 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $382,500 | 8 | $8.7 million |
How to apply
The Holborn 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 The Holborn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $270,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $100,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Independent Schools and Better Education | General operating expenses | $100,000 |
| Exodus Transitional Community | General operating expenses | $75,000 |
| The Group 1 Acting Company | Underwrite 2025 gala | $70,000 |
| Literacy Inc | General operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Summer Search | General operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Brooklyn Children's Museum | General operating support | $25,000 |
| The Little Orchestra Society | General operating expenses | $20,000 |
| The Rural Education Action Project | General operating expenses | $12,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gillett A Gilbert
- Marcella A Boelhouwer
Questions people ask
Does The Holborn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Holborn Foundation give?
$382,500 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Holborn Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gillett A Gilbert (Trustee) and Marcella A Boelhouwer (Secretary).
What does The Holborn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.