Cowan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cowan Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $105,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $12,000. 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$105,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $56,200 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $56,200 | 19 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $105,000 | 15 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Cowan 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $70,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $12,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $12,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ali Forney Center Inc | General charitable support | $12,000 |
| Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation | General charitable support | $12,000 |
| Pink Aid Inc | General charitable support | $12,000 |
| Spring Street Climate Fund Inc | General charitable support | $12,000 |
| Chai Lifeline Inc | General charitable support | $11,000 |
| Breakthrough New York Inc | General charitable support | $10,000 |
| Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners Inc | General charitable support | $10,000 |
| Trees New York Inc | General charitable support | $6,500 |
| Change Machine | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Savvy Ladies Inc | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater New York Inc | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| City Report Inc | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| West Side Center for Community Life | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| Open Hands Legal Services Inc | General charitable support | $1,000 |
| Shower Power Inc | General charitable support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cody Cowan
- Roni Cowan
Questions people ask
Does Cowan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cowan Family Foundation give?
$105,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs Cowan Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cody Cowan (President) and Roni Cowan (Treasurer).