Funding search · EIN 846829113 · Elgin, IL

Lester and Cathy Holze Jr

Name: Lester and Cathy Holze Jr grants, 2021–2025
Creator: PaperOrbit
License: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organization-public-disclosure-and-availability-requirements

A private foundation (files IRS Form 990-PF). Most private foundations do not take unsolicited applications; the route in is usually a program officer.

353
grants reported: $162,496
total given: 2021–2025
filing years: $70
median grant

Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 2021–2025. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.

What they fund

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Funding pattern

What this funder pays for, at what size, and how to position adjacent work. Read from their filings, with every number checked against the record.

Top recipients

Repeat recipients are the strongest signal of whether a funder has an open door or quietly re-funds the same organizations.

St Thomas More Catholic Church4 grants · $36,625
Il Firefighter'S Association Founda4 grants · $17,600
St Thomas More Catholc Parish1 grant · $8,780
Paradisus Dei4 grants · $8,680
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 14-2 grants · $8,000
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 41-4 grants · $6,550
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 4-C2 grants · $5,700
Diocese of Rockford4 grants · $5,528
Children International5 grants · $5,329
Logan University3 grants · $4,000

Giving over time

$13,634

2021

$31,549

2022

$38,666

2023

$32,273

2024

$46,374

2025

Grant history

The 100 largest of 353 grants.

$10,320
St Thomas More Catholic Church · Elgin, IL · 2025
To support the operating costs of mass and of providing spiritual guidance.
$9,365
St Thomas More Catholic Church · Elgin, IL · 2022
To support the operating costs of mass and of providing spiritual guidance.
$8,780
St Thomas More Catholc Parish · Elgin, IL · 2021
Donation
$8,680
St Thomas More Catholic Church · Elgin, IL · 2024
To support the operating costs of mass and of providing spiritual guidance.
$8,260
St Thomas More Catholic Church · Elgin, IL · 2023
To support the operating costs of mass and of providing spiritual guidance.
$5,250
Il Firefighter'S Association Founda · Glen Carbon, IL · 2025
To offer training and support to firefighters across the state, helping prepare them for when an emergency happens.
$5,250
Il Firefighter'S Association Founda · Glen Carbon, IL · 2023
To offer training and support to firefighters across the state, helping prepare them for when an emergency happens.
$5,000
Il Firefighter'S Association Founda · Glen Carbon, IL · 2024
To offer training and support to firefighters across the state, helping prepare them for when an emergency happens.
$4,200
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 4-C · Hillside, IL · 2025
To improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement and employee representation.
$4,000
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 14- · Geneva, IL · 2025
To improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement and employee representation.
$4,000
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 14- · Geneva, IL · 2023
To improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement and employee representation.
$2,500
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 41- · Springfield, IL · 2025
To improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement and employee representation.
$2,500
St Edward Central Catholic High Sch · Elgin, IL · 2025
To nurture the discipleship of Jesus Christ and to promote excellence in education. To enable its students to develop lifelong skills and abilities that will help them become emphatic, responsible and productive citizen… read allTo nurture the discipleship of Jesus Christ and to promote excellence in education. To enable its students to develop lifelong skills and abilities that will help them become emphatic, responsible and productive citizens. less
$2,220
Paradisus Dei · Houston, TX · 2024
To help families discover the superabundant graces God wants to give them to become witnesses to His love.
$2,220
Paradisus Dei · Houston, TX · 2023
To help families discover the superabundant graces God wants to give them to become witnesses to His love.
$2,220
Paradisus Dei · Houston, TX · 2022
To help families discover the superabundant graces God wants to give them to become witnesses to His love.
$2,100
Il Firefighter'S Association Founda · Glen Carbon, IL · 2022
To offer training and support to firefighters across the state, helping prepare them for when an emergency happens.
$2,020
Paradisus Dei · Houston, TX · 2025
To help families discover the superabundant graces God wants to give them to become witnesses to His love.
$2,000
Logan University · Chesterfield, MO · 2022
A diverse and engaging community committed to excellence in health sciences, education and service.
$1,600
Diocese of Rockford · Rockford, IL · 2023
To proclaim the Good News of salvation in word and deed, putting ourselves at God's service in turning human hears, attitudes, values and structures to the Reign of God.
$1,500
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 41- · Springfield, IL · 2024
To improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement and employee representation.
$1,500
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 4-C · Hillside, IL · 2023
To improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement and employee representation.
$1,500
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 41- · Springfield, IL · 2023
To improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement and employee representation.
$1,445
Paradisus Dei · Houston, TX · 2021
Donation
$1,428
Diocese of Rockford · Rockford, IL · 2022
To proclaim the Good News of salvation in word and deed, putting ourselves at God's service in turning human hears, attitudes, values and structures to the Reign of God.
$1,410
Children International · Kansas City, MO · 2022
To invest in the lives of children and youth, build the healthy environments they need to thrive, and empower them to create lasting change in their own lives and communities to end poverty.
$1,300
Diocese of Rockford · Rockford, IL · 2024
To proclaim the Good News of salvation in word and deed, putting ourselves at God's service in turning human hears, attitudes, values and structures to the Reign of God.
$1,200
Diocese of Rockford · Rockford, IL · 2025
To proclaim the Good News of salvation in word and deed, putting ourselves at God's service in turning human hears, attitudes, values and structures to the Reign of God.
$1,114
Children International · Kansas City, MO · 2023
To invest in the lives of children and youth, build the healthy environments they need to thrive, and empower them to create lasting change in their own lives and communities to end poverty.
$1,100
Catholic Diocese of Rockford · Rockford, IL · 2021
Donation
$1,089
Children International · Kansas City, MO · 2025
To invest in the lives of children and youth, build the healthy environments they need to thrive, and empower them to create lasting change in their own lives and communities to end poverty.
$1,050
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 41- · Springfield, IL · 2022
To improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information, community involvement and employee representation.
$1,000
Logan University · Chesterfield, MO · 2025
A diverse and engaging community committed to excellence in health sciences, education and service.
$1,000
National Center for Homeopathy · Clarksburg, MD · 2025
To help people be healthy by providing education and building awareness while advocating for increased access to homeopathy.
$1,000
National Vaccine Information Center · Sterling, VA · 2025
To promote and encourage the health and welfare of American children and adults through its research and education-oriented programs to prevent vaccine injuries and deaths and to assist individuals (both children and ad… read allTo promote and encourage the health and welfare of American children and adults through its research and education-oriented programs to prevent vaccine injuries and deaths and to assist individuals (both children and adults) who have been vaccine injured. less
$1,000
National Center for Homeopathy · Clarksburg, MD · 2024
To help people be healthy by providing education and building awareness while advocating for increased access to homeopathy.
$1,000
The National Vaccine Information Ce · Sterling, VA · 2024
To preventing vaccine injuries and deaths through public education and advocating for informed consent protections in medical policies and public health laws.
$1,000
Logan University · Chesterfield, MO · 2023
A diverse and engaging community committed to excellence in health sciences, education and service.
$1,000
National Center for Homeopathy · Clarksburg, MD · 2023
To help people be healthy by providing education and building awareness while advocating for increased access to homeopathy.
$1,000
National Center for Homeopathy · Clarksburg, MD · 2022
To help people be healthy by providing education and building awareness while advocating for increased access to homeopathy.
$999
Children International · Kansas City, MO · 2024
To invest in the lives of children and youth, build the healthy environments they need to thrive, and empower them to create lasting change in their own lives and communities to end poverty.
$850
Habitat for Humanity International · Atlanta, GA · 2022
To bring people together to build homes, communities and hope through decent and affordable housing.
$800
Habitat for Humanity International · Atlanta, GA · 2024
To bring people together to build homes, communities and hope through decent and affordable housing.
$800
Food for the Poor · Coconut Creek, FL · 2023
To prioritize the preservation of human dignity and the care of those in need. To address poverty through sustainable, community-drive solutions.
$800
Habitat for Humanity International · Atlanta, GA · 2023
To bring people together to build homes, communities and hope through decent and affordable housing.
$800
Make a Wish Foundation · Phoenix, AZ · 2023
Child Welfare
$800
Northern Illinois Food Bank · Geneva, IL · 2023
To provide nutritious food and resources for our neighbors, with dignity, equity and convenience, through partnerships and innovation.
$800
Food for the Poor · Coconut Creek, FL · 2022
To prioritize the preservation of human dignity and the care of those in need. To address poverty through sustainable, community-drive solutions.
$800
Make a Wish Foundation · Phoenix, AZ · 2022
Child Welfare
$800
Northern Illinois Food Bank · Geneva, IL · 2022
To provide nutritious food and resources for our neighbors, with dignity, equity and convenience, through partnerships and innovation.
$740
Knights of Columbus Charities · New Haven, CT · 2025
To empower Catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work and in their community.
$717
Children International · Kansas City, MO · 2021
Donation
$600
Society of St Vincent De Paul · Orland Park, IL · 2022
To serve the poor and provide others with the opportunity to serve.
$540
Society of St Vincent De Paul · Orland Park, IL · 2024
To serve the poor and provide others with the opportunity to serve.
$510
Society of St Vincent De Paul · Orland Park, IL · 2023
To serve the poor and provide others with the opportunity to serve.
$500
Adopt a Platoon Soldier Support Eff · San Benito, TX · 2025
To improve the quality of life and raise morale for deployed military forces by providing on-going care packages.
$500
Habitat for Humanity International · Atlanta, GA · 2025
To bring people together to build homes, communities and hope through decent and affordable housing.
$500
Make a Wish Foundation · Phoenix, AZ · 2025
Child Welfare
$500
Northern Illinois Food Bank · Geneva, IL · 2025
To provide nutritious food and resources for our neighbors, with dignity, equity and convenience, through partnerships and innovation.
$500
Make a Wish Foundation · Phoenix, AZ · 2024
Child Welfare
$500
The National Vaccine Information Ce · Sterling, VA · 2023
To preventing vaccine injuries and deaths through public education and advocating for informed consent protections in medical policies and public health laws.
$450
Corbella Clinic · South Elgin, IL · 2022
To offer free support and services for unplanned pregnancies and women's health.
$407
Corbella Clinic · South Elgin, IL · 2025
To offer free support and services for unplanned pregnancies and women's health.
$405
Knights of Columbus Charities · New Haven, CT · 2023
To empower Catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work and in their community.
$400
Food for the Poor · Coconut Creek, FL · 2025
To prioritize the preservation of human dignity and the care of those in need. To address poverty through sustainable, community-drive solutions.
$400
Marine Toys for Tots Foundation · Triangle, VA · 2025
To collect new unwrapped toys and distribute those toys to economically disadvantaged children at Christmas.
$400
Paws for Purple Hearts · Canyonville, OR · 2025
To improve the lives of America's Warriors facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD and TBI by providing the highest quality Assistance Dogs and canine-assisted therapy programs; and by buil… read allTo improve the lives of America's Warriors facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD and TBI by providing the highest quality Assistance Dogs and canine-assisted therapy programs; and by building public awareness about the important role dogs play in helping Warriors along the road to recovery. less
$400
Wounded Warrior Project · Jacksonville, FL · 2025
To honor and empower wounded warriors.
$400
Food for the Poor · Coconut Creek, FL · 2024
To prioritize the preservation of human dignity and the care of those in need. To address poverty through sustainable, community-drive solutions.
$400
Hope for Haitians · Rockford, IL · 2024
To extend aid, hope, and dignity to the poorest of the poor in the country of Haiti.
$400
Marine Toys for Tots Foundation · Triangle, VA · 2024
To collect new unwrapped toys and distribute those toys to economically disadvantaged children at Christmas.
$400
Meals On Wheels America · Baltimore, MD · 2024
To support seniors to bring food, company and hope.
$400
Paws for Purple Hearts · Canyonville, OR · 2024
To improve the lives of America's Warriors facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD and TBI by providing the highest quality Assistance Dogs and canine-assisted therapy programs; and by buil… read allTo improve the lives of America's Warriors facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD and TBI by providing the highest quality Assistance Dogs and canine-assisted therapy programs; and by building public awareness about the important role dogs play in helping Warriors along the road to recovery. less
$400
Wounded Warrior Project · Jacksonville, FL · 2024
To honor and empower wounded warriors.
$400
Marine Toys for Tots Foundation · Triangle, VA · 2023
To collect new unwrapped toys and distribute those toys to economically disadvantaged children at Christmas.
$400
Meals On Wheels America · Baltimore, MD · 2023
To support seniors to bring food, company and hope.
$400
Paws for Purple Hearts · Canyonville, OR · 2023
To improve the lives of America's Warriors facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD and TBI by providing the highest quality Assistance Dogs and canine-assisted therapy programs; and by buil… read allTo improve the lives of America's Warriors facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD and TBI by providing the highest quality Assistance Dogs and canine-assisted therapy programs; and by building public awareness about the important role dogs play in helping Warriors along the road to recovery. less
$400
Wounded Warrior Project · Jacksonville, FL · 2023
To honor and empower wounded warriors.
$400
Marine Toys for Tots Foundation · Triangle, VA · 2022
To collect new unwrapped toys and distribute those toys to economically disadvantaged children at Christmas.
$400
Meals On Wheels America · Baltimore, MD · 2022
To support seniors to bring food, company and hope.
$400
Paws for Purple Hearts · Canyonville, OR · 2022
To improve the lives of America's Warriors facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD and TBI by providing the highest quality Assistance Dogs and canine-assisted therapy programs; and by buil… read allTo improve the lives of America's Warriors facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD and TBI by providing the highest quality Assistance Dogs and canine-assisted therapy programs; and by building public awareness about the important role dogs play in helping Warriors along the road to recovery. less
$400
Wounded Warrior Project · Jacksonville, FL · 2022
To honor and empower wounded warriors.
$350
Hope for Haitians · Rockford, IL · 2022
To extend aid, hope, and dignity to the poorest of the poor in the country of Haiti.
$345
Knights of Columbus Charities · New Haven, CT · 2024
To empower Catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work and in their community.
$300
Veterans of Foreign Wars · Kansas City, MO · 2025
To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans.
$300
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund · Arlington, VA · 2025
To preserving the legacy of The Wall, promoting healing and educating about the impact of the Vietnam War.
$300
Veterans of Foreign Wars · Kansas City, MO · 2024
To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans.
$300
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund · Arlington, VA · 2024
To preserving the legacy of The Wall, promoting healing and educating about the impact of the Vietnam War.
$300
Hope for Haitians · Rockford, IL · 2023
To extend aid, hope, and dignity to the poorest of the poor in the country of Haiti.
$300
Veterans of Foreign Wars · Kansas City, MO · 2023
To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans.
$300
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund · Arlington, VA · 2023
To preserving the legacy of The Wall, promoting healing and educating about the impact of the Vietnam War.
$300
Veterans of Foreign Wars · Kansas City, MO · 2022
To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans.
$300
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund · Arlington, VA · 2022
To preserving the legacy of The Wall, promoting healing and educating about the impact of the Vietnam War.
$252
Hope for Haitians · Rockford, IL · 2025
To extend aid, hope, and dignity to the poorest of the poor in the country of Haiti.
$250
Feeding America · Chicago, IL · 2025
To help people get the food and resources they need to thrive.
$250
Saliesian Missions · New Rochelle, NY · 2025
To teach young people various trades that will help them find decent jobs and become self-sufficient, contributing members of society.
$250
Society of St Vincent De Paul · Orland Park, IL · 2025
To serve the poor and provide others with the opportunity to serve.
$250
Paws of Honor · Williamsburg, VA · 2024
To provide veterinary care and products at no charge for retired military and law enforcement K9s that have served our country, locally or globally.
$250
Corbella Clinic · South Elgin, IL · 2023
To offer free support and services for unplanned pregnancies and women's health.
$240
Sacred Heart Southern Missions · Walls, MS · 2025
To staff and fund the programs and work of two Catholic elementary schools and eight Catholic social service offices. To staff a housing program and subsidize rent for low-income families.

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