The Robert P Holding Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Robert P Holding Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Smithfield, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $6.0 million in 75 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$6.0 million
- Number of grants75
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$144 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4.0 million the year before.
20% 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 | $3.0 million | 71 | $104 million |
| 2024 | $4.0 million | 76 | $143 million |
| 2025 | $6.0 million | 75 | $144 million |
How to apply
The Robert P Holding Foundation Inc 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 Robert P Holding Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 72 | $5.9 million |
| Virginia | 2 | $110,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina Community Foundation | General support | $1.3 million |
| Campbell University | General support | $501,800 |
| Wakemed Foundation | General support | $501,800 |
| YMCA of the Triangle | General support | $450,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Coastal Plain | General support | $375,000 |
| Triangle Land Conservancy | General support | $350,000 |
| Carteret Health Care Foundation | General support | $250,000 |
| YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly | General support | $200,000 |
| North Carolina Aquarium Society | General support | $150,000 |
| Step-Up Ministry | General support | $125,000 |
| Ecu Health Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Historic Smithfield Foundation Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| New River YMCA | General support | $100,000 |
| Girl Scounts - NC Coastal Pines | General support | $75,000 |
| Barton College | General support | $50,000 |
| Chowan University | General support | $50,000 |
| Elizabeth Vann Moore Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Louisburg College | General support | $50,000 |
| North Carolina Coastal Federation Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Outer Banks Community Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| St David's School | General support | $50,000 |
| University of Mount Olive | General support | $50,000 |
| Wake Forest University | Scholarship | $50,000 |
| Fayetteville State University | General support | $40,000 |
| YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina | General support | $40,000 |
| SPCA of Wake County Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| Bertie County YMCA | General support | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Johnston County | General support | $25,000 |
| Conservation Trust for North Carolina | General support | $25,000 |
| Contemporary Art Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Smithfield | General support | $25,000 |
| Haywood Community College | General support | $25,000 |
| Johnston Health Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Raleigh Rescue Mission | General support | $25,000 |
| Saving Grace Animal Hospital | General support | $25,000 |
| Southwestern Community College | General support | $25,000 |
| Western Piedmont Community College | General support | $25,000 |
| Blowing Rock Art & History Museum | General support | $25,000 |
| Isaiah 117 House | General support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank B Holding Jr
- Carmen H Ames
- Judith Murray
- Hope H Bryant
- Olivia B Holding
Questions people ask
Does The Robert P Holding Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert P Holding Foundation Inc give?
$6.0 million in tax year 2025, across 75 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Robert P Holding Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank B Holding Jr (President), Carmen H Ames (Vice President), Judith Murray (Secretary) and Hope H Bryant (Asst. Treas/Sec) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Robert P Holding Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and environment and conservation.