DH Rowe Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DH Rowe Foundation is a private foundation in Savannah, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $368,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$368,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was down from $377,500 the year before.
62% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $332,500 | 9 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $377,500 | 8 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $368,000 | 13 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
DH Rowe 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 DH Rowe Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2 | $110,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $72,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Smithsonian Institution | National air and space museum building transformation fund | $100,000 |
| University of Alabama | Fellowship in geological studies | $100,000 |
| Corporate Angel Network | Providing cancer patients with free transportation | $30,000 |
| Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center Inc | Laura quinn wild bird sanctuary; wings of support fund | $25,000 |
| Adaptive Training Foundation | Empowering wounded veterans with disabilities | $25,000 |
| Living Skills in the School | Substance abuse prevention in the classroom | $25,000 |
| The Pallette Society Ocean Reef Art League Inc | Programs for the visual arts | $20,000 |
| Kulturecity | Creating a community of acceptance and inclusion for all | $10,000 |
| Brightside Child and Family Advocacy | Dedicated advocacy for foster care children | $10,000 |
| National Aviation Hall of Fame | Preserving the legacy of heroic men and women shaping the aerospace industry | $10,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Nursing and residential care for the elderly & needy | $10,000 |
| Trustbridge Hospice Foundation | Hospice care and essential programming | $2,500 |
| Clove Valley Foundation Inc | General charitable purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Rowe
- Kevin Reilly
Questions people ask
Does DH Rowe Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DH Rowe Foundation give?
$368,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs DH Rowe Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Rowe (President) and Kevin Reilly (Treasurer).
What does DH Rowe Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.