John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation
Accepts applications
John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Kensington, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.7 million in 82 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.7 million
- Number of grants82
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$74.4 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.9 million 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 | $2.9 million | 71 | $65.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.9 million | 72 | $68.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.7 million | 82 | $74.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jeff Capron co The John Edward Fowl PO Box 370, Oakton, VA 22124 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (703) 214-2266 |
| What to submit | Information as required in the online website |
What John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 48 | $1.5 million |
| Maryland | 15 | $620,000 |
| Virginia | 16 | $505,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rockville Community Nursery School | General operating | $200,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington | General operating | $100,000 |
| Building Bridges Across the River | General Operating | $100,000 |
| Arlington Free Clinic | General operating | $70,000 |
| Central Union Mission | General operating | $65,000 |
| DC Central Kitchen | General operating | $65,000 |
| Aspire Afterschool Learning | General operating | $55,000 |
| Barker Adoption Foundation | General operating | $50,000 |
| Fair Chance | General operating | $50,000 |
| Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless | General operating | $50,000 |
| One World Education | General operating | $50,000 |
| St Ann's Center | General operating | $50,000 |
| Beacon House | General operating | $40,000 |
| Calvary Women's Services | General operating | $40,000 |
| District Alliance for Safe Housing | General operating | $40,000 |
| Future Link | General operating | $40,000 |
| Kitchen of Purpose | General operating | $40,000 |
| Mobile Medical Care | General operating | $40,000 |
| Neighborhood Health | General operating | $40,000 |
| Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington | General operating | $40,000 |
| So What Else | General operating | $40,000 |
| The Dance Institute of Washington | General operating | $40,000 |
| The Washington School for Girls | General operating | $40,000 |
| Wendt Center Loss and Healing | General operating | $40,000 |
| Bishop Walker School for Boys | General operating | $35,000 |
| DC Affordable Law Firm | General operating | $35,000 |
| DC Scores | General operating | $35,000 |
| Hope and a Home | General operating | $35,000 |
| Horizons of Greater Washington | General operating | $35,000 |
| Little Lights Urban Ministries | General operating | $35,000 |
| New Futures | General operating | $35,000 |
| Carpenter's Shelter | General operating | $30,000 |
| Good Shepard Housing & Family Services | General operating | $30,000 |
| Higher Achievement Program | General operating | $30,000 |
| Jubilee Jobs | General operating | $30,000 |
| Koinonia Foundation | General operating | $30,000 |
| Main Street Child Development | General operating | $30,000 |
| Path Forward | General operating | $30,000 |
| Rebuilding Together DC Alexandria | General operating | $30,000 |
| Viva School of Dance | General operating | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael P Bentzen
- Jeffery P Capron
- Brian Bentzen
- Kelly Capron
Questions people ask
Does John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2025, across 82 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael P Bentzen (Chair), Jeffery P Capron (President), Brian Bentzen (Trustee) and Kelly Capron (Trustee).
What does John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.