Harriet Cheney Cowles Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harriet Cheney Cowles Foundation is a private foundation in Spokane, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $570,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$570,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$15.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $751,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $751,000 | 2 | $15.3 million |
| 2024 | $570,000 | 6 | $15.9 million |
How to apply
Harriet Cheney Cowles 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 Harriet Cheney Cowles Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 6 | $570,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Innovia Foundation | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Spokane County | Capital campaign | $120,000 |
| Inland Northwest Land Conservancy | Capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Multi-Ethnic Business Association (Ahana) | Capital campaign | $50,000 |
| Seattle Children's Foundation | Capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Village Cohousing Works | General funding | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- WS Cowles
- Ea Cowles
- Sr Rector
Questions people ask
Does Harriet Cheney Cowles Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harriet Cheney Cowles Foundation give?
$570,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Harriet Cheney Cowles Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists WS Cowles (Trustee/Vice President), Ea Cowles (President) and Sr Rector (Secretary).
What does Harriet Cheney Cowles Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.