The Jone L Bowman Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Jone L Bowman Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Williamsport, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 66 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $275,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$275,000
- Assets$34.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $870,855 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 | $870,855 | 56 | $29.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 66 | $34.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Donald M Bowman 10228 Governor Lane Blvd Suite 3002, Williamsport, MD 21795 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (999) 999-9999 |
| What to submit | Applications should be submitted in writing and should describe the purposes for which the desired contribution will be used. No phone calls. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Jone L Bowman Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 60 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 1 | $7,915 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $5,100 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hagerstown Aviation Museum | Support of exempt purposes | $275,000 |
| Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine | Support of exempt purposes | $200,000 |
| Maryland Theatre | Support of exempt purposes | $115,000 |
| Hagerstown Community College Foundation | Support of exempt purposes | $106,789 |
| Easterseals DC MD Va | Support of exempt purposes | $100,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Washington County | Support of exempt purposes | $92,519 |
| Star Community Inc | Support of exempt purposes | $30,000 |
| San-Mar Childrens Home Inc | Support of exempt purposes | $27,500 |
| Downsville Ruritan Club | Support of exempt purposes | $25,000 |
| Hagerstown Area Religious Council (Harc) | Support of exempt purposes | $20,000 |
| Landon's Project - Landon's Puzzle Pieces | Support of exempt purposes | $20,000 |
| Williamsport Volunteer Fire & Ems Inc | Support of exempt purposes | $10,100 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Support of exempt purposes | $10,000 |
| Volunteer Fire Company of Halfway Inc | Support of exempt purposes | $10,000 |
| Girls Incorporated | Support of exempt purposes | $7,915 |
| The Arc of Washington County | Support of exempt purposes | $6,404 |
| Exchange Club of Antietam | Support of exempt purposes | $6,000 |
| Leadership of Washington County | Support of exempt purposes | $6,000 |
| Fahrney Keedy Memorial Home | Support of exempt purposes | $5,549 |
| Brooke Lane Foundation | Support of exempt purposes | $5,500 |
| Hospice of Washington County MD | Support of exempt purposes | $5,057 |
| Community Free Clinic | Support of exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Support of exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Huntersville Volunteer Fire Department | Support of exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Long Meadow Volunteer Fire Co | Support of exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Mason Dixon Boy Scouts Capital Campaign | Support of exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Maugansville Goodwill Volunteer Fire Co | Support of exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Sharpsburg Volunteer Fire Department | Support of exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Somerset Volunteer Fire Department | Support of exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| United Way of Washington County | Support of exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Washington County Arts Council | Support of exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County | Support of exempt purposes | $4,466 |
| University System of Maryland Foundation | Support of exempt purposes | $3,000 |
| Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | Support of exempt purposes | $2,500 |
| Hagerstown Community Concert Association | Support of exempt purposes | $2,500 |
| Washington County Running Festival LLC | Support of exempt purposes | $2,500 |
| Casa of Maryland Inc | Support of exempt purposes | $2,170 |
| Washington County Human Development Council | Support of exempt purposes | $2,034 |
| Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Company | Support of exempt purposes | $2,000 |
| Community Foundation of Washington County | Support of exempt purposes | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald M Bowman
- Linda Bowman Ebersole
- Todd A Bowman
- Cindy Joiner
- Samantha Ebersole Bodnar
- Mary E Bowman
Questions people ask
Does The Jone L Bowman Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Jone L Bowman Foundation Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs The Jone L Bowman Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald M Bowman (Director, President), Linda Bowman Ebersole (Director, Assistant Secretary), Todd A Bowman (Director, Treasurer) and Cindy Joiner (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Jone L Bowman Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.