Bow Seat
Accepts applications
Bow Seat is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,987 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,006 and the largest $2,686. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$35,987
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,006
- Largest grant$2,686
- Assets$207,578
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,774 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $19,890 | 10 | $40,477 |
| 2024 | $18,774 | 9 | $190,003 |
| 2025 | $35,987 | 20 | $207,578 |
How to apply
| Contact | Linda Cabot 185 Westfield Street, Westwood, MA 02090 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (617) 933-3639 |
| What to submit | Complete the online application located here: https://bowseat.org/programs/true-blue-fellowship/apply |
| Deadlines | Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Decisions will be made within approximately one month. |
| Restrictions | Grantees will be required to verify their eligibility by completing, signing, and returning an affidavit of eligibility/liability release, and, where lawful, a publicity release within five (5) business days of attempted notification. Grantees under 18 years of age must have their parent/legal guardian sign and complete the affidavit of eligibility/liability release and, where lawful, the publicity release on their behalf. Grantees will be required to maintain regular communications with their future blue youth council mentors and the bow seat team, respond promptly to inquiries, and attend virtual check-in meetings as requested. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bow Seat funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington. It also paid $25,240 in 14 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $2,600 |
| California | 1 | $2,575 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,572 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Purity Mutua | Fellowship grant | $2,686 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $2,681 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $2,600 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $2,600 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $2,600 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $2,600 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $2,596 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $2,575 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $2,572 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $2,012 |
| Individual | Foundation grant | $2,000 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $1,064 |
| Yingrou Chen | Fellowship grant | $1,000 |
| Purity Busena | Fellowship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $1,000 |
| Jann Vinze I Barcinal | Fellowship grant | $1,000 |
| Kabir Olasebikan | Fellowship grant | $1,000 |
| Joy Sandere | Fellowship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Fellowship grant | $401 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Cabot
- Edward Anderson
- Georgianna Anderson
- Noelle Anderson
Questions people ask
Does Bow Seat accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Decisions will be made within approximately one month..
How much does Bow Seat give?
$35,987 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,006.
Who runs Bow Seat?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda Cabot (President), Edward Anderson (Treasurer), Georgianna Anderson (Clerk) and Noelle Anderson (Director).
What does Bow Seat fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.