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Est.

1987

Fiscal Year Start

Oct 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Holden Arboretum Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that made $5.1 million in grants in 2025, primarily engaging with a single grantee through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, and nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Grants are paid according to Trust Agreement dated December 29, 1987,between the Holden Arboretum and Keybank, N.A., as Trustee. The trust shall be organized and operated exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes by distributing its net income to or for the exclusive benefit of, to perform the functions of, or to carry out the charitable, educational, and scientific purposes of the Arboretum. Keybank maintains a responsiveness to the needs and activities of the beneficiary organization in the attainment of its mission.
Total Funding Given
$5.1M
2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE HOLDEN ARBORETUM
Kirtland, OH
$34.4M
100%
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$4.7M
Median 2nd year grant
$4.5M
K
Keybank National Association
Board Member
K
Keybank by Joseph Velkos
Board Member
K
Keybank Byp S Chmura
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST?
No. HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST give?
HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $4.7 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST make each year?
In 2025, HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $5.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST fund recently?
In 2025, HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include THE HOLDEN ARBORETUM. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST?
HOLDEN ARBORETUM TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.