Bowen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bowen Foundation is a private foundation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $862,275 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $240,000. 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$862,275
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$240,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $816,979 the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 | $747,828 | 59 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $816,979 | 54 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $862,275 | 54 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
Bowen 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.
What Bowen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 47 | $845,875 |
| Missouri | 1 | $6,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,750 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma Foundation | Charitable | $240,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Okc | Charitable | $114,750 |
| National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum | Charitable, new conference room tables for museum's board room. | $84,125 |
| Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs Inc | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Blaze's Tribute Equine Rescue | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Community of Concerned Christians - General | Charitable | $45,000 |
| Saving Our Youth | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Teen Recovery Solutions | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Wings Special Needs Community | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Jesus House | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Impact Oklahoma | Charitable | $11,850 |
| Dale K Graham Veterans Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Hearts for Hearing | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Center of Family Love | Charitable | $9,500 |
| Community of Concerned Christians - Food Bank | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Allied Arts | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Heartline | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Mission Okc Outreach Ministry | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Gospel of Life Association | Charitable | $4,500 |
| The Education and Employment Ministry (Teem) | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $3,750 |
| Folds of Honor Foundation | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Asante Sana for Education | Charitable | $2,500 |
| City Rescue Mission | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Faithworks of the Inner City | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Oklahoma Public School Resource Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Red Andrews Christmas Dinner Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| YWCA | Charitable | $2,500 |
| No Boundaries International | Charitable | $2,400 |
| Community Literacy Centers | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Mayflower Medical Outreach | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Abbott House Child Advocacy Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Bugles Across America | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Cavalier Rescue USA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Community of Concerned Christians - Prom Dress Ministry | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Delta Theta Chi | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cassandra C Bowen
Questions people ask
Does Bowen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bowen Foundation give?
$862,275 in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Bowen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cassandra C Bowen (President).
What does Bowen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.