AI Summary
The James and Lynelle Holden Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has disbursed a total of $187,000 across 25 grantees in 2025. This funder is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of their profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

DETROIT ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY
Royal Oak, MI
$150K
15%
UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY
Detroit, MI
$130K
13%
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
Ann Arbor, MI
$120K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
25
Median 1st year grant
$3K
Median 2nd year grant
$3.6K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND?
Yes. JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND give?
JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan and New Jersey. 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 JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $3,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND make each year?
In 2025, JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $187 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND fund recently?
In 2025, JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include DETROIT ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY, UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY, and UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JAMES AND LYNELLE HOLDEN FUND?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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