Scholars of Sustenance
Preselected recipients only
Scholars of Sustenance is a private foundation in Wilmington, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $508,443 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $119,572 and the largest $277,112. 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$508,443
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$119,572
- Largest grant$277,112
- Assets$434,583
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $195,073 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $195,073 | 3 | $171,275 |
| 2024 | $508,443 | 3 | $434,583 |
How to apply
Scholars of Sustenance 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Scholars of Sustenance funds
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scholars of Sustenance Thailand - Sos Bangkok | Hunger-relief and scholarship assistance organization created to facilitate the recycling of wasted hospitality food in underdeveloped areas and the funding of scholarships for impoverished students. | $277,112 |
| Scholars of Sustenance Indonesia - Sos Bali | Hunger-relief and scholarship assistance organization created to facilitate the recycling of wasted hospitality food in underdeveloped areas and the funding of scholarships for impoverished students. | $119,572 |
| Scholars of Sustenance Philippines - Sos MNL Philippines | Hunger-relief and scholarship assistance organization created to facilitate the recycling of wasted hospitality food in underdeveloped areas and the funding of scholarships for impoverished students. | $111,759 |
Officers and trustees
- Bo H Holmgreen
- Christina Holmgreen
- Turid Z Kaehny
Questions people ask
Does Scholars of Sustenance accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Scholars of Sustenance give?
$508,443 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $119,572.
Who runs Scholars of Sustenance?
Its 2024 filing lists Bo H Holmgreen (Director), Christina Holmgreen (Director) and Turid Z Kaehny (Director).
What does Scholars of Sustenance fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and food and hunger.