2nd Market Capital Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
2nd Market Capital Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$65,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$755,856
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $65,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $65,000 | 3 | $854,308 |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 3 | $804,234 |
| 2025 | $65,000 | 3 | $755,856 |
How to apply
2nd Market Capital Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What 2nd Market Capital Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 3 | $65,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Simpson Street Free Press | General Operating Support | $30,000 |
| Operation Fresh Start | General Operating Support | $25,000 |
| Literacy Network | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ross Bowler
- Robin Sherman
- Dane Bowler
- Simon Bowler
Questions people ask
Does 2nd Market Capital Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does 2nd Market Capital Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc give?
$65,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs 2nd Market Capital Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ross Bowler (Board President), Robin Sherman (Executive Director), Dane Bowler (Director) and Simon Bowler (Director).
What does 2nd Market Capital Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.