Harry G and Mary Lore Flowe Brown
Preselected recipients only
Harry G and Mary Lore Flowe Brown is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $400,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$400,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $375,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $400,000 | 14 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $375,000 | 14 | $8.6 million |
| 2025 | $400,000 | 14 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
Harry G and Mary Lore Flowe Brown 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 Harry G and Mary Lore Flowe Brown funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 12 | $380,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Trustees of Davidson College | General support | $40,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | General operating | $40,000 |
| William Peace University | General operating | $40,000 |
| St Andrews Presbyterian College | General operating | $40,000 |
| Uncc Endowment | General operating | $40,000 |
| Wingate University | General operating | $40,000 |
| The Pines at Davidson | General operating | $40,000 |
| Northeast Foundation | General operating | $40,000 |
| Central United Methodist Church | General operating | $20,000 |
| Masonic Home for Children | General operating | $20,000 |
| Historic Cabarrus Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General operating | $10,000 |
| Rocky River Presbyterian Church | General operating | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army A Georgia Corp | General operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Harry G and Mary Lore Flowe Brown accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harry G and Mary Lore Flowe Brown give?
$400,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Harry G and Mary Lore Flowe Brown?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Harry G and Mary Lore Flowe Brown fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.