The Bower Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bower Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Hayfork, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $125,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $32,500. 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$125,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$32,500
- Assets$0
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,000 the year before.
71% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $119,000 | 12 | $0 |
| 2023 | $127,000 | 13 | $0 |
| 2024 | $18,000 | 3 | $0 |
| 2025 | $125,000 | 10 | $0 |
How to apply
The Bower Charitable 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 Bower Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $115,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Coast Environmental Center | To fund exempt function | $32,500 |
| Klamath Forest Alliance | To fund exempt function | $30,000 |
| Individual | To fund exempt function | $30,000 |
| Alliance For Global Justice | To fund exempt function | $5,000 |
| Salmon River Restoration Council | To fund exempt function | $5,000 |
| Solar Cookers International | To fund exempt function | $5,000 |
| Forest Service Employees For Env Et | To fund exempt function | $5,000 |
| Individual | To fund exempt function | $5,000 |
| Individual | To fund exempt function | $5,000 |
| Shasta Environmental Alliance | To fund exempt function | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Bower
- Jerry Rohde
- Larry Glass
Questions people ask
Does The Bower Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bower Charitable Foundation give?
$125,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Bower Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Bower (Chairman), Jerry Rohde (Treasurer) and Larry Glass (Secretary).
What does The Bower Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and international.