Howe Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Howe Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $320,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$320,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $318,000 the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 | $318,000 | 12 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $320,000 | 11 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
Howe 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 Howe Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 2 | $105,000 |
| Nevada | 2 | $95,000 |
| California | 2 | $40,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $40,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $7,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Hunter Education | General operating | $85,000 |
| University of Nevada Las Vegas Foundatio | General operating | $80,000 |
| Sierra Nevada Bighorn Sheep Foundation | General operating | $30,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited Inc | General operating | $25,000 |
| The International Game Fish Association Inc | General operating | $25,000 |
| Mountain Area Land Trust | General operating | $20,000 |
| Miley Achievement Center | General operating | $15,000 |
| The Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| Kids Chance of California Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| Texas Conservation Alliance | General operating | $7,500 |
| Building Youth Around the World | General operating | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Howe Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Howe Foundation give?
$320,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Howe Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Howe Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and environment and conservation.