The Cowley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cowley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $354,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$354,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $370,366 the year before.
40% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $370,366 | 24 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $354,000 | 25 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
The Cowley Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Cowley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 15 | $228,000 |
| New York | 2 | $105,000 |
| Utah | 3 | $7,500 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maricopa County Community Colleges Founda | Charitable Donation | $100,000 |
| Teach For America | Charitable Donation | $80,000 |
| ASU Foundation | Charitable Donation | $51,500 |
| AZ Brainfood | Charitable Donation | $29,500 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation | Charitable Donation | $25,000 |
| Keys To Change | Charitable Donation | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of the East Valley | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| Maricopa County Fair | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| National MS Society | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | Charitable Donation | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable Donation | $3,000 |
| Manes & Miracles | Charitable Donation | $3,000 |
| Healthy Screen Habits | Charitable Donation | $3,000 |
| Paz de Cristo | Charitable Donation | $3,000 |
| The Foster Alliance | Charitable Donation | $3,000 |
| The Emily Effect | Charitable Donation | $3,000 |
| UVU Foundation | Charitable Donation | $3,000 |
| MD Dogs Inc | Charitable Donation | $3,000 |
| American Diabetes Association | Charitable Donation | $3,000 |
| Congregation Beth Tefillah | Charitable Donation | $2,500 |
| Tossin' Away ALS | Charitable Donation | $2,500 |
| Operation Underground Railroad | Charitable Donation | $1,500 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Charitable Donation | $1,500 |
| Chandler Firefighter Charities | Charitable Donation | $1,500 |
| Chandler Cadet Charities | Charitable Donation | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alice N Cowley
- Michael T Cowley
- Suzette Tyler
- Monson Cowley
- Ryan Willis
- Jacob Tyler
Questions people ask
Does The Cowley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cowley Family Foundation give?
$354,000 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Cowley Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alice N Cowley (Director), Michael T Cowley (Director, President), Suzette Tyler (Director, V.P., Secretary) and Monson Cowley (Director, V.P., Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Cowley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.