James and Lynelle Holden Fund
Historical FunderNorthville, Michigan · EIN 38-6052154 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $5,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | DANIEL T LIS PRESIDENT |
|---|---|
| Address | 44943 OAK FOREST DRIVE, NORTHVILLE MI 48168 |
| Phone | 2487987406 |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS FOR GRANTS SHOULD SUBMIT REQUESTS IN LETTER OR PROPOSAL FORM SPECIFYING THE PROPOSED USE OF GRANT FUNDS AND THE BENEFIT TO BE DERIVED |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | N/A |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
4% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Investigative research fund | $30,000 |
| Detroit Zoological Society | Royal Oak, MI | Fund for education | $25,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | Detroit, MI | General operations | $18,500 |
| A Journey for Housing | Canton, MI | General operations | $10,000 |
| Scouting America | Detroit, MI | General operations | $5,500 |
| Capuchin Soup Kitchen | Detroit, MI | General operations | $5,500 |
| Cots | Detroit, MI | General operations | $5,500 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Oak Park, MI | General operations | $5,500 |
| Girl Scouts of America | Detroit, MI | General operations | $5,500 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank | Detroit, MI | General operations | $5,500 |
| Vista Maria | Dearborn Heights, MI | General operations | $5,500 |
| Lions Bear Lake Club | Lapeer, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Building Beds 4 Kids | Oak Park, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Detroit Cristo Rey High School | Detroit, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Detroit Goodfellows | Detroit, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Detroit Historical Society | Detroit, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | Detroit, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Furniture Bank of Se Michigan | Pontiac, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Learning Ally Inc | Princeton, NJ | General operations | $5,000 |
| Penrickton Center for Blind Children | Taylor, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| YMCA Camping Services | Holly, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Ennis Center for Children | Pontiac, MI | General operations | $4,500 |
| Special Olympics Michigan | Mt Pleasant, MI | General operations | $4,500 |
| The Henry Ford | Dearborn, MI | General operations | $4,000 |
| Shades of Pink Foundation | Birmingham, MI | General operations | $2,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Investigative research fund | $90,000 |
| Detroit Zoological Society | Royal Oak, MI | James & lynelle holden fund for education | $50,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $187,000 | 27 |
| 2023 | $171,000 | 28 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620409349100412
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-6052154
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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