The Howley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Howley Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $28.5 million in 60 grants; the typical grant was $181,250 and the largest $2.9 million. 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$28.5 million
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$181,250
- Largest grant$2.9 million
- Assets$170 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was up from $21.9 million the year before.
28% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $21.9 million | 55 | $136 million |
| 2024 | $28.5 million | 60 | $170 million |
How to apply
The Howley 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Howley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 34 | $13.0 million |
| Ohio | 19 | $9.0 million |
| Indiana | 1 | $2.5 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $1.7 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1.5 million |
| Florida | 2 | $510,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $146,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gilmour Academy | Scholarships, capital campaign, coordinator position | $2.9 million |
| Drexel Fund | Scholarships, operations, capital campaign | $2.5 million |
| St Joseph Prepatory School | Scholarships, capital campaign, counselor position | $2.4 million |
| Cleveland Clinicaspire | Aspire scholarships, program adminstrative costs | $2.2 million |
| Merion Mercy Academy | Scholarships, capital campaign, coordinator | $1.8 million |
| Williamson College | Scholarships & capital campaign | $1.7 million |
| Cristo Rey Network | Literacy, leaders and math education programs, project waitlist, office admin, scholarships | $1.7 million |
| American Federation for Children | General | $1.5 million |
| Malvern Preparatory School | Scholarships, capital campaign | $1.5 million |
| Independence Mission Schools | General | $1.1 million |
| St Martin de Porres High School | Scholarships, coordinator position, work study programs | $738,236 |
| Rock & Roll Hall of Fame | General, work study program & capital campaign | $693,250 |
| Pennsylvania College of Technology | Aspire programs | $533,872 |
| Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School | Scholarships | $502,291 |
| Basilica School of St Mary Star of the Sea | Capital campaign | $500,000 |
| West Catholic Preparatory High School | Scholarships | $477,701 |
| St Joseph Academy | Scholarships, sja walk of roses | $356,354 |
| St Ignatius High School | Scholarships | $340,000 |
| Liguori Academy | Certification programs | $334,000 |
| Villa Angela St Joseph High School | Scholarships | $317,034 |
| Roman Catholic High School | Scholarships | $293,137 |
| Benedictine High School | Scholarships, coordinator position | $264,100 |
| Seton Education Partners | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Saint James School | Scholarships | $234,000 |
| Saints John Neumann & Maria Goretti Catholic High | Scholarships | $221,688 |
| Cleveland Central Catholic High School | Scholarships, coordinator position | $219,412 |
| Beaumont School | Scholarships | $204,750 |
| St Edward High School | Scholarships | $195,000 |
| Little Flower High School | Scholarships | $192,883 |
| Mercy Career & Technical High School | Scholarships | $185,500 |
| Magnificat High School | Scholarships | $177,000 |
| Drexel University | Scholarships | $169,308 |
| Christ School | Scholarships | $146,250 |
| St Mary's Catholic School | Scholarships | $127,500 |
| Navtivitymiguel Coalition | Academic programs | $125,000 |
| Waldron Mercy Academy | Scholarships | $125,000 |
| Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast Catholic | Scholarships | $123,750 |
| Archbishop John Carroll High School | Scholarships | $121,500 |
| Gesu School | Scholarships | $121,250 |
| Philadelphia Middle College | Planning/charter application | $115,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lauralee V Howley
- W Nicholas Howley
- Margaret A Howley
- Patrick J Reindel
- Halle Martin
- Kriste Vedegys-Duhigg
Questions people ask
Does The Howley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Howley Foundation give?
$28.5 million in tax year 2024, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $181,250.
Who runs The Howley Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lauralee V Howley (Co-Trustee), W Nicholas Howley (Co-Trustee), Margaret A Howley (Philadelphia Ex Dir) and Patrick J Reindel (Cleveland Ex Dir) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Howley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.