Wendy Bowen Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wendy Bowen Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Gold Canyon, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$18,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$356,545
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,200 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $17,000 | 7 | $339,850 |
| 2024 | $18,200 | 7 | $345,924 |
| 2025 | $18,500 | 7 | $356,545 |
How to apply
Wendy Bowen Memorial 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 Wendy Bowen Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 4 | $11,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $5,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Acres Children's Home | Child Welfare | $5,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Medical Care | $3,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Child Welfare | $2,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Medical Research | $2,000 |
| American Heart Association | Medical Research | $2,000 |
| True Friends | Child Welfare | $2,000 |
| Arizona Republic Season For Sharing | Individual Welfare | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert C Bowen
- Wanda L Bowen
Questions people ask
Does Wendy Bowen Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wendy Bowen Memorial Foundation give?
$18,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Wendy Bowen Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert C Bowen (Trustee) and Wanda L Bowen (Trustee).
What does Wendy Bowen Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and science and research.