The Owen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Owen Foundation is a private foundation in Palm City, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $186,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$186,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $186,000 the year before.
21% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $175,000 | 17 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $186,000 | 15 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $186,000 | 15 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
The Owen 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 Owen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 7 | $51,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Technoserve | General operation fund | $50,000 |
| Peo Foundation | General operation fund | $25,000 |
| University of SC Educational Fund | Law school scholarship fund | $20,000 |
| Office of Foundation Relations Massachusetts Institute of Technology | N.r. Owen scholarship fund | $15,000 |
| Clarkson University | N.r. Owen scholarship fund | $15,000 |
| Aiken Symphony Orchestra | General operation fund | $10,000 |
| The Cleveland Clinic Foundation | General operation fund | $10,000 |
| Mark Garwood Foundation | General operation fund | $10,000 |
| Area Churches Together Serving | General operation fund | $5,000 |
| Daniel Island Club Employee Fund | General operation fund | $5,000 |
| Post and Courier Foundation | The good cheer fund | $5,000 |
| Riverside Military Academy | Foundation education | $5,000 |
| Crimson Tide Foundation | General operation fund | $5,000 |
| East Cooper Meals on Wheels | General operation fund | $5,000 |
| Post and Courier Foundation | Investigation fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David G Owen
- Lorinda O Clauson
- Stephen Rutner PHD
Questions people ask
Does The Owen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Owen Foundation give?
$186,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Owen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David G Owen (Trustee), Lorinda O Clauson (Trustee) and Stephen Rutner PHD (Trustee).
What does The Owen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.