The Stowe Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Stowe Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Belmont, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $271,360 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $157,000. 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$271,360
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$157,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was down from $275,550 the year before.
55% 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 | $275,550 | 25 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $271,360 | 31 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Stowe Foundation Inc 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 Stowe Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 26 | $267,860 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens | Charitable | $157,000 |
| First Ar Presbyterian Church | Charitable | $51,500 |
| Put Tools in Schools Inc | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Animal League | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Holy Angles Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Belmont Abbey College | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Gasto | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Cancer Services of Gaston County in | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Back Creek Church | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Dahlia Grove | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Stand for Animals | Charitable | $1,760 |
| Gaston Literacy Council | Charitable | $1,750 |
| Baptist Childrens Home | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Belmont Community Organization | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Alzheimers Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Anne Springs Close Greenway | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Carolina Farm Trust | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Catawba Lands Conservancy | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Charlotte Film Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Foundation for the Carolinas | Charitable | $1,000 |
| McColl Center for Visual Arts | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Metro | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ligonier Ministries | Charitable | $500 |
| Mecklenburg County Council | Charitable | $500 |
| Samaritans Purse | Charitable | $500 |
| St Jude Children Research Hospital | Charitable | $500 |
| The Leadreship Institute | Charitable | $500 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable | $500 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Assoc | Charitable | $200 |
| Humane Society of Charlotte | Charitable | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert L Stowe III
- D Harding Stowe
- Richmond H Stowe
- Jean H Gibson
Questions people ask
Does The Stowe Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stowe Foundation Inc give?
$271,360 in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Stowe Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert L Stowe III (Director), D Harding Stowe (Vice Preside), Richmond H Stowe (Secretary) and Jean H Gibson (Treasurer).
What does The Stowe Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and education.