Freda B Bowers Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Freda B Bowers Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $74,955 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $18,739 and the largest $24,985. 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$74,955
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$18,739
- Largest grant$24,985
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $66,784 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 | $74,400 | 4 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $66,784 | 4 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $74,955 | 4 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Freda B Bowers Charitable 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
All of its grants went to recipients in Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 4 | $74,955 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Allegany High School | General support | $24,985 |
| Cumberland YMCA | General support | $18,739 |
| City of Cumberland Parks & Rec Dept | General support | $18,739 |
| St Paul's Lutheran Church | General support | $12,492 |
Officers and trustees
- M&t Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Freda B Bowers Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Freda B Bowers Charitable Foundation give?
$74,955 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $18,739.
Who runs Freda B Bowers Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists M&t Trust Company (Trustee).