Lillian Cox Rowland Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lillian Cox Rowland Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $252,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $22,000 and the largest $67,000. 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$252,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$22,000
- Largest grant$67,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $206,000 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 | $168,000 | 9 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $206,000 | 10 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $252,000 | 10 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Lillian Cox Rowland Charitable 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 Lillian Cox Rowland Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $187,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| God's Fire Pit Ministries | Contributions | $67,000 |
| Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo | Contributions | $26,000 |
| Champions Kids Camp | Contributions | $25,000 |
| Hill Country Ranch | Contributions | $25,000 |
| Church of the Valley | Contributions | $24,000 |
| Brookwood Community | Contributions | $20,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Contributions | $20,000 |
| Star of Hope | Contributions | $20,000 |
| Our Daughters International | Contributions | $20,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Contributions | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- WW Rowland
Questions people ask
Does Lillian Cox Rowland Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lillian Cox Rowland Charitable Foundation give?
$252,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $22,000.
Who runs Lillian Cox Rowland Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists WW Rowland (Trustee).
What does Lillian Cox Rowland Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.