The Howard & Marcia Owens Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
The Howard & Marcia Owens Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $266,550 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $192,750. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$266,550
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$192,750
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $210,250 the year before.
33% 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 | $260,000 | 5 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $210,250 | 7 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $266,550 | 9 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | MARGARET ZIMMER CO BofA 560 Main St FL 6, Buffalo, NY 14202 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (716) 847-4100 |
| What to submit | Written request |
| Restrictions | IRC SECTION 501(c)(3) ORGANIZATIONS |
What The Howard & Marcia Owens Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $206,550 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $52,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Red Bull Theater Inc | Unrestricted general | $192,750 |
| Yale University | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Fountain House | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Hole in the Wall Gang Fund | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Allegheny College | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Project Cuddle Inc | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| High Mountain Institute Inc | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Astoria Food Pantry | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| MCC Theater | Unrestricted general | $1,300 |
Officers and trustees
- H Howard Owens
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does The Howard & Marcia Owens Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Howard & Marcia Owens Charitable Trust give?
$266,550 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Howard & Marcia Owens Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists H Howard Owens (Trustee) and Bank of America (Agent for Fiduciary).
What does The Howard & Marcia Owens Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.