The Holliday Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Holliday Foundation is a private foundation in Scarsdale, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $334,873 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,505 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$334,873
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,505
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2024 was down from $397,323 the year before.
52% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $397,323 | 31 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $334,873 | 29 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
The Holliday 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 Holliday Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 25 | $296,060 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,600 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,109 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $104 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York Racing Association Foundation Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| Food 1st Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Intrepid Museum Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| National Jewish Health | General support | $25,000 |
| Meororg | General support | $20,600 |
| The New York Botanical Garden | General support | $20,000 |
| Chelsea Piers Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Lehigh University | General support | $15,000 |
| Fdny Foundation | General support | $10,400 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Futures Foundation Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Publicolor | General support | $10,000 |
| Encourage Kids Foundation | General support | $7,500 |
| Spoons Across America | General support | $5,520 |
| Metropolitan New York Coordinating Council on Jewish Property | General support | $5,505 |
| Family Legal Care | General support | $5,000 |
| Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School | General support | $5,000 |
| Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Copd Foundation | General support | $3,109 |
| Kyrenia Opera Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Breaking Ground | General support | $2,000 |
| The Giving Back Fund | General support | $1,841 |
| New York City Police Foundation | General support | $1,753 |
| The Mental Health Coalition | General support | $1,041 |
| Covenant House Sleep Out | General support | $1,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Jewish National Fund USA | General support | $500 |
| New York City Ballet | General support | $500 |
| Marthas Vineyard Touchdown Club | General support | $104 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc Holliday
- Sheree Holliday
Questions people ask
Does The Holliday Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Holliday Foundation give?
$334,873 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,505.
Who runs The Holliday Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marc Holliday (President) and Sheree Holliday (Secretary, Treasurer).
What does The Holliday Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and health.