The Owen Foundation
Accepts applications
The Owen Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomington, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $249,850 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $114,400. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$249,850
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$114,400
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2025 was up from $216,700 the year before.
48% 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 | $219,100 | 20 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $216,700 | 21 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $249,850 | 25 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Frances Owen 19 Stonebrook CT, Bloomington, IL 61704 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (309) 826-1141 |
| What to submit | Contact frances owen for further information. |
What The Owen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 23 | $239,850 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois State University Foundation | Educational purposes | $114,400 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University | Educational purposes | $25,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | Educational purposes | $25,000 |
| Lifelong Access | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Big Brother Big Sister of Central Il | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Eureka College | Educational purposes | $5,000 |
| International Ocd Foundation | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| International Waldenstrom Foundation | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Mid Central Community Action Inc | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Mondo's Mission Inc | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Oasis Community Outreach | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| YMCA Blm-Nrml Charitable Foundation | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Abundant Life Christ Church | Charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Autism McLean | Charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Blmnormal | Charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Carle Health Center | Charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Faith in Action of Blmnormal | Charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| St Joseph Foundation | Charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| The Miracle League of Central Il | Charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Western Avenue Community Center | Charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Downs United Methodist Church | Charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Living Well United | Charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Parker Kemp Foundation | Charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| McLean Co Deputies | Charitable purposes | $450 |
Officers and trustees
- Frances Owen
- Brent Alsman
- Andrea Beyer
- Bradley Beyer
- Anastasia Alsman
Questions people ask
Does The Owen Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Owen Foundation give?
$249,850 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Owen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frances Owen (President/Treasurer), Brent Alsman (Asst. Treasurer), Andrea Beyer (Vice President) and Bradley Beyer (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Owen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and international.