Bowling Family Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Bowling Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in El Paso, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $298,450 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $18,600 and the largest $83,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$298,450
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$18,600
- Largest grant$83,500
- Assets$31,267
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $207,000 the year before.
30% of its 2025 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 | $128,500 | 9 | $19,557 |
| 2024 | $207,000 | 10 | $2,631 |
| 2025 | $298,450 | 12 | $31,267 |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert L Bowling III 6000 Northern Pass Dr Ste C1, El Paso, TX 79911 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (915) 248-5511 |
| What to submit | In writing, to include 501(c)(3) letter, background of organization, purpose and nature of requested grant, budget, timetable for achievement of goals |
| Restrictions | Limited to west Texas region supporting charities that contribute to the betterment of the community |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $285,250 |
| New York | 1 | $13,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA of El Paso | General support | $83,500 |
| Southwest Coalition | General support | $60,000 |
| Kingdom of Christ Ministry | General support | $30,050 |
| Paso del Norte Community Fndn | General support | $30,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support | $25,000 |
| Freedom in Christ Residential Cent | General support | $24,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $13,200 |
| Society St Vincent de Paul | General support | $13,000 |
| Individual | General support | $12,000 |
| Our Ladys Youth Center | General support | $6,500 |
| El Paso Community Foundation | General support | $700 |
| Individual | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert L Bowling III
- Gregory B Bowling
Questions people ask
Does Bowling Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Bowling Family Charitable Foundation give?
$298,450 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $18,600.
Who runs Bowling Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert L Bowling III (Presidentdirector) and Gregory B Bowling (Secretarydirector).