Gibson E Holden Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gibson E Holden Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $282,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$282,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $282,000 the year before.
14% of its 2025 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 | $252,000 | 5 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $282,000 | 6 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $282,000 | 7 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Gibson E Holden 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 Gibson E Holden Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $257,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beth Sholom Congregation | Mental Health Initiative | $125,000 |
| Angel Flight East | Stem Cell Research | $30,000 |
| National MS Society | Medical Research | $27,000 |
| Regenerative Medicine Penn Institut | Medical Research | $25,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Medical Research | $25,000 |
| Crohns and Colitis Foundation | Medical Research | $25,000 |
| Breakthrough TD1 | Stem Cell Research | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard M Soloman
Questions people ask
Does Gibson E Holden Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gibson E Holden Foundation give?
$282,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Gibson E Holden Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Howard M Soloman (Trustee).
What does Gibson E Holden Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.