Augusta W & J Belle Bowman Fund
Accepts applications
Augusta W & J Belle Bowman Fund is a private foundation in Akron, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $75,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $45,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$75,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $55,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $55,000 | 1 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $75,000 | 2 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John V Frank Co-Trustee 2080 Stockbridge Rd, Akron, OH 44313 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (330) 867-3020 |
| What to submit | Written Request Describing Project or Need |
| Restrictions | Preference given to charitable organizations in Barberton, Ohio |
What Augusta W & J Belle Bowman Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Glendale | General Fund | $45,000 |
| Akron Art Museum | General Fund | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John V Frank
- Gregory R Bean
Questions people ask
Does Augusta W & J Belle Bowman Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Augusta W & J Belle Bowman Fund give?
$75,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs Augusta W & J Belle Bowman Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists John V Frank (Co-Trustee) and Gregory R Bean (Co-Trustee).
What does Augusta W & J Belle Bowman Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.