Bozie Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bozie Foundation is a private foundation in Bentonville, Arkansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $110,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$22.5 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $475,183 the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $475,183 | 19 | $20.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 24 | $22.5 million |
How to apply
Bozie 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 Bozie Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 16 | $699,886 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $80,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 2 | $42,400 |
| Nevada | 1 | $18,700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bentonville Public Schools Foundation | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $110,000 |
| Wild Bird Sanctuary | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $100,000 |
| Mew Cat Rescue | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $95,186 |
| Nwa Equality | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $75,000 |
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $70,000 |
| The Momentary | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $60,000 |
| Chi Omega Foundation | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $55,000 |
| Nwa Food Bank | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $51,200 |
| Doctors Without Borders | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $50,000 |
| Florida State University Foundation | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $50,000 |
| Bella Vista Animal Shelter | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $45,000 |
| Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $30,000 |
| Symphony of Northwest Arkansas | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $30,000 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $30,000 |
| Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Nwa | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $28,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $25,000 |
| Walton Arts Center | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $25,000 |
| NLR Animal Shelter | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $25,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $25,000 |
| Arkansas Edge Nil | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $18,700 |
| The Trevor Project | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $12,400 |
| Nwa Children's Shelter | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $10,000 |
| Nwa Women's Shelter | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $10,000 |
| Nwacc Foundation | To assist with ongoing operations of the charity. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel P McKenzie
- Larissa McKenzie
- Marshall D McKenzie
- James M McKenzie
- Leslie Ann Bogle McKenzie
Questions people ask
Does Bozie Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bozie Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Bozie Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Samuel P McKenzie (Director), Larissa McKenzie (Director), Marshall D McKenzie (Director) and James M McKenzie (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bozie Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and arts and culture.