Sunset Cove Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sunset Cove Foundation is a private foundation in Warren, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$70,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $5,000 | 1 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 2 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $70,000 | 3 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Sunset Cove 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 Sunset Cove Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Wheeler School | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Dreamweaver Heritage Collective Inc | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Project Heal | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Heather M Hower
- Lee M Hower
- Linda Hower Bates
Questions people ask
Does Sunset Cove Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sunset Cove Foundation give?
$70,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sunset Cove Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Heather M Hower (President), Lee M Hower (Treasurer) and Linda Hower Bates (Secretary).
What does Sunset Cove Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.