Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation
Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation is a private foundation, based in Ambler, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $69K in total assets.
Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation at a glance
- Total assets
- $69,066
- -28.5% vs 2025
- Revenue (2026)
- $-3,010
- -104.5% vs 2025
- Expenses (2026)
- $24,519
- -14.6% vs 2025
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 5 grants of 5 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
How Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation gives
- In 2023 it paid out 193% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $2K (2022) to $6K (2023). In 2023 it made 4 grants totaling $6K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Laurel House East Norriton, PA | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Wissahickon Valley Boys & Girls CLU Ambler, PA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center East Norriton, PA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Bethlehem Baptist Church Spring House, PA | Charitable | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $69,066 | $-3,010 | $24,519 | — | — | — | — | $2,868 |
| 2025 | $96,595 | $67,584 | $28,704 | — | — | — | — | $2,868 |
| 2023 | $42,396 | $28,783 | $66,197 | $5,500 | 4 | $5,500 | $1,009 | $2,854 |
| 2022 | $67,956 | $10,995 | $41,665 | $2,000 | 1 | $2,000 | $870 | $2,744 |
| 2021 | $50,706 | $27,319 | $19,661 | — | — | — | $655 | $2,303 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation reported a distributable amount of $3K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation is led by Kenneth Lowe Jr., President on every filing since 2021; none of the 5 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Kenneth Lowe Jr.
President
On filings since 2021
8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michele Brooker-Lee
Director
On filings since 2022
12 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rochelle Flowers
Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Kenya Lowe
Secretary
On filings since 2021
12 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Yahnae Goode
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation
How large is Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation?
Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation reported $69K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation operate?
Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation has awarded grants in Pennsylvania.
How much is Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2026, Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation reported a distributable amount of $3K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation's EIN?
Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3997246. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 17, 2026)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 17, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2023
Live grants for the work Robert L Lowe Sr Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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