Bowers Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bowers Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $145,460 in 9 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$145,460
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $180,280 the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 | $180,280 | 14 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $145,460 | 9 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Bowers 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 Bowers Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $143,100 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,360 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Baptist Church of la Grange | Donation | $50,000 |
| Rice University | Donation | $25,900 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| Memorial Hermann Foundation | Donations | $15,000 |
| Casa El Buen Samaritano | Donation | $10,000 |
| Agape Development | Donation | $9,700 |
| Texas Business Hall of Fame | Donation | $6,000 |
| Bravo Vail | Donation | $2,360 |
| A Ronald McDonald House Campaign | Donation | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carin M Barth
- HR Bowers
- Todd F Barth
Questions people ask
Does Bowers Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bowers Foundation give?
$145,460 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bowers Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carin M Barth (President), HR Bowers (Vice President/Treasurer) and Todd F Barth (Vice President/Treasurer).
What does Bowers Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.