The Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe Foundation
Accepts applications
The Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe Foundation is a private foundation in Fairfax, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $390,000 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$390,000
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$45,379
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $347,500 the year before.
21% 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 | $395,000 | 32 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $347,500 | 31 | $113,769 |
| 2025 | $390,000 | 34 | $45,379 |
How to apply
| Contact | Paul M Gurman PO Box 545, Fairfax, VA 22038 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (703) 591-7200 |
| What to submit | Written request |
| Restrictions | Funds should be used to promote education or benefit children. |
What The Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 19 | $220,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $80,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $20,000 |
| New York | 2 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga College High School | Youth educational programs | $50,000 |
| Safe Spot | Child safety programs | $30,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | At-risk children medical program | $20,000 |
| Doorways for Women and Families | To promote safe and stable housing | $15,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | To provide legal services | $15,000 |
| Flip Flop Friends | Provide clothing and supplies to those in need | $15,000 |
| Food for Others | To provide food to children from low or no income families | $10,000 |
| Falls Church-McLean Children's Center | It provides high-quality, full-time, year-round early childhood education and care for children aged 25, primarily serving low-income, working families with a focus on "whole child" development, nutrition, and kindergarten readiness | $10,000 |
| Equal Plates Project | Addresses food insecurity and supports local farmers by purchasing ingredients to create scratch-made meals for community members facing food access barriers | $10,000 |
| The Southern Poverty Law Center | To dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people | $10,000 |
| Boxes of Basics | Work with school counselors, social workers, faith leaders, and human services agencies to provide children with stylish, quality clothing that gives kids confidence and helps them thrive | $10,000 |
| The Child & Family Network Centers | At-risk children educational programming | $10,000 |
| The Carpenter's Shelter | To address the root causes of homelessnes | $10,000 |
| Betteralife | Betteralife provides a safe space within walking distance where children can receive food, complete homework, and feel supported without restrictions or questions. | $10,000 |
| Special Ops Xcursions | To offer active duty special operations forces (sof) service members a chance to partner with professional guides & volunteers in the general public for endless opportunities in the outdoors | $10,000 |
| Space of Her Own | Empowering under-served girls | $10,000 |
| Individual | Provide assistance to those in need | $10,000 |
| Share Inc | Senior services | $10,000 |
| Home Stretch Inc | Empowering homeless families to succeed | $10,000 |
| Asheville City Schools Foundation | To provide transformational educational opportunities for all city schools students | $10,000 |
| Ashoka | To promote change for the good of society. | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Provide medical and surgical services to those in need | $10,000 |
| Kenya Education Fund | Youth educational programs | $10,000 |
| Ecumenical Community Helping Others | To provide food and supplies to children | $10,000 |
| Ixtatan Foundation | Community development activities | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Family needs | $10,000 |
| Five Talents | Helps the poor save, invest, and develop small businesses. | $10,000 |
| Greater DC Diaper | To provide a reliable and adequate source of basic baby needs and personal hygiene products | $7,500 |
| The Sunshine Foundation | Severe or profound physical/developmental/intellectual challenges or trauma from physical/sexual abuse, and whose families have limited income | $5,000 |
| Medical Mission of Mercy USA | Provide medical and surgical services to those in need | $5,000 |
| Life Pieces to Masterpieces | To develop character and leadership, unlock potential, and prepare african american boys and young men to transform their lives and communities | $5,000 |
| Luke's Wings | Provides complimentary airfare and travel planning to families of wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and fallen officers | $5,000 |
| Facets Cares | Helping our neighbors in crisis | $5,000 |
| A Simple House | Serve the inner-city poor and homeless through friendship evangelization | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John G Jackson
- Paul M Gurman
Questions people ask
Does The Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe Foundation give?
$390,000 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John G Jackson (President) and Paul M Gurman (Treasurer/Secre).
What does The Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.