James and Elizabeth Sowell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James and Elizabeth Sowell Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $201,160 and the largest $643,744. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$201,160
- Largest grant$643,744
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.4 million the year before.
33% 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 | $2.4 million | 5 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 6 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
James and Elizabeth Sowell 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $1.5 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Citysquare | Charitable | $643,744 |
| Eye Corps Inc | Charitable | $475,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation | Charitable | $377,320 |
| Masters Tournament Foundation Inc | Charitable | $25,000 |
| West Texas Matador Club Inc | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The Jason Ritchie Memorial Hockey Scholarship Foundation Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James E Sowell
- Elizabeth F Sowell
- Benjamin A Lurie
- Zachary E Sowell
- Larry James
Questions people ask
Does James and Elizabeth Sowell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James and Elizabeth Sowell Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $201,160.
Who runs James and Elizabeth Sowell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James E Sowell (President/Director), Elizabeth F Sowell (Vice President/Director), Benjamin A Lurie (Secretary/Treasurer/Direct) and Zachary E Sowell (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.