Herbert H and Barbara C Dow Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Herbert H and Barbara C Dow Foundation is a private foundation in Frankfort, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $175,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$34.3 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
18% of its 2025 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 | $1.2 million | 28 | $27.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 25 | $31.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 28 | $34.3 million |
How to apply
Herbert H and Barbara C Dow Foundation 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 Herbert H and Barbara C Dow Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 16 | $981,000 |
| Arizona | 7 | $285,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $75,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $35,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Foundation and Munson Healthcare Foundation | Siemens multix impact c x-ray unit | $175,000 |
| Grand Traverse Bay Ymca(west) | Building campaign-phase ii | $150,000 |
| Munson Healthcare Foundation | Munson orthopedic: surgical equipment | $150,000 |
| Frankfort Airport | To remove obstructions in runaway approach areas | $85,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | Tax policy research and education efforts | $75,000 |
| Tgen Foundation | Lung cancer research at tgen center | $70,000 |
| Barrow Neurological Foundation | Woman's board project: ivy brain tumor center w/dr. Nader sinai | $60,000 |
| Benzie Area Symphony Orchestra Inc | Establish youth strings program in benzie county | $50,000 |
| Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts | Equipment and capital upgrades | $50,000 |
| Friends of Point Betsie Lighthouse | Capital improvement projects and lighthouse grant assistance | $50,000 |
| Housing Trust of Benzie | Low cost housing for the local area. | $50,000 |
| Interlochen Center for the Arts | Funding of hhd/bcd visual arts scholarship for students | $50,000 |
| Palm Beach Symphony | Tv production of "britten's variations" for all age groups | $50,000 |
| Benzie Area Christian Neighbors | Operational budget for services and food pantry | $40,000 |
| Honor Health Foundation | Lung cancer research | $40,000 |
| Paradise Valley Community Food Bank | "weekend food4kids" program | $40,000 |
| Benzie Senior Resources | Senior assistance operational funds | $35,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Raising highly capable kids (rhck) program | $35,000 |
| Fresh Start Womens Foundation | Success coaching program. | $35,000 |
| Friends of the Betsie Valley Trail | Betsie trail surface improvements | $30,000 |
| Arizona Humane Society | General funds, medical supplies for animals | $25,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Production of online learning program: "revolutionary america" | $25,000 |
| Benzie Blessings in A Backpack | Backpacks with food and supplies for needy children | $20,000 |
| Search Dog Foundation | Training of two emergency search k-9's | $20,000 |
| Arizona Science Center | Girls in STEM program | $15,000 |
| Thompsonville Area Revitalization Project | Support trailhead revitalization constructions | $15,000 |
| Straight Up Ministry Inc | Biblical education | $10,000 |
| Crystal Lake and Watershed | Initiatives that preserve crystal lake water quality | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Willard H Dow II
- Pamela D Collie
- Margo Praytor
Questions people ask
Does Herbert H and Barbara C Dow Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herbert H and Barbara C Dow Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Herbert H and Barbara C Dow Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Willard H Dow II (President/Trustee), Pamela D Collie (Vp/Sec/Treasurer/Trustee) and Margo Praytor (Trustee).
What does Herbert H and Barbara C Dow Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and science and research.