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Est.

2013

Fiscal Year Start

Nov 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Bowen Family Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $224K across 35 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

SPONSOR FUNDRAISING EVENTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF LOCAL CHARITIES.
Total Funding Given
$224K
2024
Grantees funded
35
Multi-year grantees
23%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$22.5K
K
Kelsey Johnson
Board Member
J
Jordin Westbrook
Board Member
G
Glenda Bowen
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Maryland, and Georgia. 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 BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $224 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include UNBOUND GLOBAL, TRIS SPEAKER YOUTH CLUB, and MCLENNAN COUNTY MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
BOWEN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.