Lowe-Marshall Trust
Preselected recipients only
Lowe-Marshall Trust is a private foundation in Chesterhill, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $600,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $320,000. 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$600,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$13.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $570,000 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 | $580,000 | 4 | $12.3 million |
| 2024 | $570,000 | 4 | $11.6 million |
| 2025 | $600,000 | 3 | $13.1 million |
How to apply
Lowe-Marshall Trust 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 Lowe-Marshall Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $350,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation for Appalachian Ohio | Pillars of Prosperity Morgan County Community Fund | $320,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Ohio General Fund and Appalachian Fund | $250,000 |
| Rural Action | General Purposes | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Lowe
- Betty Lowe
- Peter Lowe
Questions people ask
Does Lowe-Marshall Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lowe-Marshall Trust give?
$600,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Lowe-Marshall Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists David Lowe (Chairman), Betty Lowe (Trustee) and Peter Lowe (Trustee).
What does Lowe-Marshall Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and community development.