The Ivan Bowen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ivan Bowen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $575,000. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$575,000
- Assets$41.4 million
- New grantees81%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
81% 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 | $1.2 million | 11 | $19.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 11 | $37.7 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 16 | $41.4 million |
How to apply
The Ivan Bowen Family 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 Ivan Bowen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 3 | $719,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500,000 |
| Nevada | 3 | $300,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $300,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $225,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $50,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $45,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Ascension | General fund | $575,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General fund | $500,000 |
| Avow Care Services | General fund | $175,000 |
| The University of Nevada Reno Foundation | General fund | $150,000 |
| Conservancy of Southwest Florida | General fund | $125,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General fund | $125,000 |
| Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation | General fund | $119,000 |
| Brightfocus Foundation | General fund | $100,000 |
| Lead With Horses | General fund | $100,000 |
| Farmer to Farmer (Multicolores) | General fund | $50,000 |
| Northern Nevada Hopes | General fund | $50,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | General fund | $50,000 |
| Swaner Preserve and Ecocenter | General fund | $45,000 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | General fund | $25,000 |
| Northside Achievement Zone | General fund | $25,000 |
| Docs for Hope | General fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hazel Bowen
- William Luzum
- Charles Axel Pearson
- Zachria Bowen
- Evan Pearson
- Ivan Bowen III
Questions people ask
Does The Ivan Bowen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ivan Bowen Family Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Ivan Bowen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hazel Bowen (President), William Luzum (Treasurer), Charles Axel Pearson (Director) and Zachria Bowen (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Ivan Bowen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.