Cynthia and Merrill Magowan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cynthia and Merrill Magowan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hillsborough, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $137,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $52,250. 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$137,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$52,250
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was down from $174,086 the year before.
18% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $113,000 | 21 | $2.2 million |
| 2023 | $137,500 | 28 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $174,086 | 28 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $137,000 | 16 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Cynthia and Merrill Magowan 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 Cynthia and Merrill Magowan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $82,250 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $11,875 |
| New York | 2 | $6,750 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,875 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Addiction Education Society Inc | Support 501(c)3 organization | $52,250 |
| Mayo Clinic | Support 501(c)3 organization | $25,000 |
| San Francisco Zoological Society | Support 501(c)(3) organization | $10,000 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | Support 501(c)3 organization | $10,000 |
| Deerfield Academy | Support 501(c)(3) organization | $10,000 |
| Tunnel To Towers Foundation | Support 501(c)(3) organization | $5,000 |
| Individual | Support Exempt Organization | $5,000 |
| Individual | Support 501(c)(3) organization | $2,500 |
| Individual | Support 501(c)(3) organization | $2,500 |
| Fine Arts Museums Foundation | Support 501(c)(3) organization | $2,500 |
| Bakers Institute | Support 501(c)(3) organization | $2,500 |
| Individual | Support Exempt Organization | $2,500 |
| Friends of Coos County Animals Inc | Support 501(c)(3) organization | $1,875 |
| Naval Institute Foundation | Support 501(c)(3) organization | $1,875 |
| Individual | Support 501(c)(3) organization | $1,750 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | Support Exempt Organization | $1,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas Magowan
- Merrill L Magowan
- Pam J Wilson
- Thomas Magowan
- Katrina Magowan
- Runa Magowan
- Stephen Magowan
Questions people ask
Does Cynthia and Merrill Magowan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cynthia and Merrill Magowan Family Foundation give?
$137,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Cynthia and Merrill Magowan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas Magowan (Vice President), Merrill L Magowan (President), Pam J Wilson (Secretary/Treas) and Thomas Magowan (Vice President) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Cynthia and Merrill Magowan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and animals.