The Holzman Foundation
The Irwin & Renee Holzman Foundation is a private foundation established in 1990 to support charitable causes aligned with the philanthropic vision of Irwin and Renee Holzman. The foundation is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and operates as a 501(c)(3) organization. It represents a commitment to fulfill the Holzmans' charitable wishes during their lifetimes and provides an opportunity for their three sons to continue the family's philanthropic legacy.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$5.5M
-1.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$284K
+2.5% YoY
Grant Count
57
-23.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$5K
+33.1% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Holzman Foundation reported a distributable amount of $298K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
Since 1990, The Holzman Foundation has been supporting arts, education, humanitarian, and religious organizations. The foundation's funding distribution reflects these priorities:
- Religious Related, Spiritual Development: 37%
- Human Services; Multi-purpose: 17%
- Arts, Culture, Humanities: 20%
- Health, General Rehabilitative: 13%
- Education, Instruction: 10%
- Youth Development: 3%
The foundation has demonstrated particular commitment to supporting Portland's Jewish and general nonprofits, as well as organizations serving youth in foster care and adoptive families.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
s**: Grants are typically made in the $500 to $10,000 range, though historical data shows awards have ranged from $500 to $35,000.
Review Cycle
**: March 31 annually
Grant Types
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds requests within the Greater Portland area (Portland Metro area). Historical giving also indicates some support for organizations in Oregon, Washington, and New York.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2023:
- Total Assets: $5,552,315
- Total Revenues: $307,881
- Total Expenses: $311,659
- Investment Income and Dividends: $159,078
- Net Gain from Sale of Non-Inventory Assets: $143,002
Historical Context: The foundation's investment income increased 22.9% from 2022 to 2023, and net gains from asset sales increased 130.8% during the same period.
Staffing: The foundation operates with no paid employees.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $5,461,618 | $5,552,315 | $5,553,145 |
| Revenue | $236,859 | $307,881 | $191,500 |
| Expenses | $325,797 | $311,659 | $575,784 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $290,002 | $282,627 | $528,095 |
| Net Investment Income | $204,787 | $271,441 | $160,249 |
| Distributable Amount | $297,539 | $277,401 | $283,177 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
236 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from The Holzman Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Jewish Federation - Greater Portland ($35,000), Oregon Symphony ($25,000), Harper's Playground ($10,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JEWISH FEDERATION - GREATER PORTLAND PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL OPERATING | $35,000 |
| HARPER'S PLAYGROUND PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL OPERATING | $10,000 |
| OREGON FOOD BANK PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL OPERATING | $2,500 |
| ELEVATE OREGON PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL OPERATING | $2,500 |
| JEWISH FAMILY & CHILD SERVICES PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL OPERATING | $5,000 |
| BRADLEY ANGLE PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL OPERATING | $2,500 |
| PERIOD INC PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL OPERATING | $1,500 |
| PORTLAND PIANO INTERNATIONAL PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL OPERATING | $2,500 |
| PLANNED PARENTHOOD PORTLAND, OR | GENERAL OPERATING | $6,000 |
| ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE NEW YORK, NY | GENERAL OPERATING | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Rene Holzman - Co-Trustee
The foundation is managed by Irwin and Renee Holzman and their three sons.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RENE HOLZMAN | CO-TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Holzman Foundation has maintained a long-term commitment to several Portland-area organizations. Notable partnerships include:
**Oregon Symphony**: The foundation has supported the Oregon Symphony for more than two decades, enabling world-class musical programming, community outreach efforts, and music education for all ages.
**Bridge Meadows**: The Holzman Family's investment in the Bridge Meadows community has provided supportive services to youth who have been in foster care, their adoptive parents, and elders. The family has been involved since the organization's inception.
**Congregation Beth Israel**: The recent establishment of the Holzman Religious School Endowment Fund of the Oregon Jewish Community Foundation, benefiting Congregation Beth Israel, demonstrates the foundation's ongoing commitment to religious education and community support.
HCECF awards $100K in new community grants to 17 Holmes County nonprofitsFrequently Asked Questions
What does The Holzman Foundation fund?
Since 1990, The Holzman Foundation has been supporting arts, education, humanitarian, and religious organizations. The foundation's funding distribution reflects these priorities: • **Religious Related, Spiritual Development**: 37% • **Human Services; Multi-purpose**: 17% • **Arts, Culture, Humanities**: 20% • **Health, General Rehabilitative**: 13% • **Education, Instruction**: 10% • **Youth Development**: 3% The foundation has demonstrated particular commitment to supporting Portland's Jewish…
How do I apply for a grant from The Holzman Foundation?
**Grant Ranges**: Grants are typically made in the $500 to $10,000 range, though historical data shows awards have ranged from $500 to $35,000. **Grant Types**: The foundation primarily funds general operating support, general purpose grants, and general support. **Recent Grant Activity**: In 2023, the foundation made 61 grants totaling approximately $219,600 in documented grants (with additional grants bringing total giving to higher amounts). Recent grantees include: • Friends of Hopewell Hou…
Where does The Holzman Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds requests within the **Greater Portland area** (Portland Metro area). Historical giving also indicates some support for organizations in Oregon, Washington, and New York.
What size grants does The Holzman Foundation award?
In 2024, The Holzman Foundation awarded 57 grants totaling $284K — an average of about $5K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Holzman Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Holzman Foundation reported a distributable amount of $298K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Holzman Foundation's EIN?
The Holzman Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-1041588. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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