McGown Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
McGown Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Boise, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,100 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $750. 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$2,100
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$750
- Assets$42,067
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $2,100 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,550 | 5 | $35,913 |
| 2024 | $2,100 | 6 | $37,820 |
| 2025 | $2,100 | 7 | $42,067 |
How to apply
McGown Family Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 6 | $1,350 |
| Oregon | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Abortion Access Fund | General support | $750 |
| Boise Unitarian Universalist Fellowship | General support | $550 |
| Idaho Conservation League | General support | $500 |
| Sawtooth Interpretative and History | General support | $100 |
| Idaho Humane Society | General support | $75 |
| Intermountain Bird Observatory | General support | $75 |
| Stanley Community Library | General support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- John McGown
- Erin McGown
- Brenna McGown
Questions people ask
Does McGown Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McGown Family Foundation Inc give?
$2,100 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs McGown Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John McGown (Dir Pres Treasurer), Erin McGown (Dir V-Pres) and Brenna McGown (Dir Secy).