The William B Bowie Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William B Bowie Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $37,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$37,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$513,343
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $34,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $30,000 | 13 | $460,841 |
| 2023 | $34,000 | 14 | $493,237 |
| 2024 | $37,000 | 16 | $513,343 |
How to apply
The William B Bowie 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 The William B Bowie Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 9 | $16,500 |
| Michigan | 6 | $15,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kids Food Basket | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Opportunity Grand Ed | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Christian Center Food Bank | Unrestricted charitable gift | $3,000 |
| Wmcat | Unrestircted charitable gift | $3,000 |
| Peace House Inc | Unrestricted charitable gift | $2,500 |
| People's Health Clinic | Unrestricted charitable gift | $2,500 |
| Summit Land Conservancy | Unrestricted charitable gift | $2,500 |
| Mel Trotter Ministires | Unrestricted charitable gift | $2,500 |
| Humane Society of West Michigan | Unrestricted charitable gift | $2,000 |
| Camp Blodgett | Unrestricted charitable gift | $2,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Unrestricted charitable gift | $1,500 |
| Lucky Project | Unrestricted charitable gift | $1,500 |
| Gilda's Club | Unrestricted charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Park City Museum | Unrestricted charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Utah Open Lands Conservation Assoc | Unrestricted charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Park City Foundation - Womans Fund | Unrestricted charitable gift | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janice J Bowie
- William H Bowie
Questions people ask
Does The William B Bowie Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William B Bowie Foundation give?
$37,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs The William B Bowie Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Janice J Bowie (Director) and William H Bowie (President).
What does The William B Bowie Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and environment and conservation.