The Rowe Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Rowe Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $106,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$106,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,400 the year before.
73% 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 | $82,000 | 11 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $41,400 | 7 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $106,000 | 15 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Rowe Family Charitable Trust 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.
What The Rowe Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $16,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $15,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $15,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Equal Justice Initiative | Exempt purposes | $15,000 |
| Oregon Community Foundation | Exempt purposes | $15,000 |
| Balletrox | Exempt purposes | $10,000 |
| Eagle Valley Community Foundation | Exempt purposes | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Exempt purposes | $10,000 |
| Centre Street Food Pantry | Exempt purposes | $6,000 |
| Concord NH Public Schools for Jane Cogswell Scholarship Fund | Exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Newton Public Schools | Exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| NPR | Exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Eagle Valley Land Trust | Exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Wbur | Exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| PBS Foundation | Exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| WGBH | Exempt purposes | $4,000 |
| Rocky Mountain PBS | Exempt purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Rowe
- Patrick D Rowe
- Terence Rowe
Questions people ask
Does The Rowe Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rowe Family Charitable Trust give?
$106,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Rowe Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia Rowe (Trustee), Patrick D Rowe (Trustee) and Terence Rowe (Trustee).
What does The Rowe Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and education.