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
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
No grants recorded for .
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 nonprofitsData last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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