John H & Amy Bowles Lawrence Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John H & Amy Bowles Lawrence Foundation is a private foundation in Alamo, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $125,500 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $34,500. 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$125,500
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$34,500
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was down from $168,600 the year before.
27% 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 | $168,600 | 33 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $125,500 | 30 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
John H & Amy Bowles Lawrence 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 John H & Amy Bowles Lawrence Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California. It also paid $2,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $97,500 |
| Idaho | 4 | $11,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $6,000 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $3,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Homeless Prenatal Program | family resource center FOR LOW INCOME AND HOMELESSEIN #94-3146280 | $34,500 |
| UCSF Foundation | Golden research project | $30,000 |
| St Thomas Episcopal Church | General fund | $5,000 |
| All Saints Episcopal Church | General funds | $5,000 |
| Sun Valley Summer Symphony | General fund | $4,000 |
| Grace Presbyterian Church | General fund | $4,000 |
| Uc Regents | Contra costa county extension | $4,000 |
| Colorado College | General fund | $3,000 |
| St Stephens Episcopal Church | General fund | $3,000 |
| St Alban's Episcopal Church | General fund | $3,000 |
| Pillers of Hope Inc | General fund | $3,000 |
| Park Theater Trust | General fund | $3,000 |
| Univ of South Dakota Foundation | Support gen'l educ programs | $2,000 |
| Univ of Chicago School of Medicine | David skinner lectureship | $2,000 |
| Uc Regents | Bear backers | $2,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $2,000 |
| Byron Community Library Club | Support | $2,000 |
| Freight Salvage | Support | $2,000 |
| ALS Association Greater Bay Chpter | Corey reich fund - medical research | $1,000 |
| St Lukes Wood River Found | General fund | $1,000 |
| Hoover Institution | General fund | $1,000 |
| University School of Milwaukee | Development fund | $1,000 |
| Univ of South Dakota Foundation | John h. Lawrence foundation | $1,000 |
| University of West Bohemia | Bio-mechanical research | $1,000 |
| St John's Health Center Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| National Review Institute | General fund | $1,000 |
| Reagan Ranch Foundation | Preserve open space | $1,000 |
| Challis Area Health Center | Support general fund | $1,000 |
| Univ of West Bohemia | Research studies | $1,000 |
| NAMI Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Mark Lawrence
- Steven E Lawrence
- James B Lawrence
- Amy Shelley de Rouvray
Questions people ask
Does John H & Amy Bowles Lawrence Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John H & Amy Bowles Lawrence Foundation give?
$125,500 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs John H & Amy Bowles Lawrence Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Mark Lawrence (Ceo), Steven E Lawrence (Cfo), James B Lawrence (Secretary) and Amy Shelley de Rouvray (Director).
What does John H & Amy Bowles Lawrence Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, faith communities and education.