Bowker Foundation Grant
Funding Amount
US $5,000 - US $30,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Rolling — applications accepted year-round
- Tracked since
- April 2026
From the program guidelines: “NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round.”
Can we apply?
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Geography
- In Fort Wayne and Allen County, Indiana
Required status
- 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Other requirements
- Requirements:
- Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form or alternative accessible application designed for assistive technology users.
Overview
Bowker Foundation Grant
Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Bowker Foundation Trust Nect
Amount: US $5,000 - US $30,000
Last Updated: March 16, 2025
Summary
The Bowker Foundation Grant supports the education, health, welfare, and rehabilitation of young women, primarily in Fort Wayne and Allen County, Indiana. Established in 1966, the foundation offers grants ranging from $5,000 to $30,000, with an average annual giving of $75,000. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) exempt and submit applications online. The foundation prioritizes initiatives that empower young women and enhance their wellbeing.Overview
NOTE: Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by May 1 to be reviewed at the annual grant meeting that occurs in June. Bowker Foundation Grant The Bowker Foundation was created in 1966 by Bella Bowker Skidmore, a resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Mrs. Skidmore created the foundation to promote the education, health, welfare and rehabilitation of young women. Mrs. Skidmore was born in 1874 and died in 1967. Mission To promote the education, health, welfare and rehabilitation of young women in the State of Indiana and primarily Fort Wayne and Allen County. Program areas Education Health Human services States served Indiana Geographic limitations Fort Wayne, Indiana and Allen County, Indiana Funding Average grant size: $5,000 to $30,000 Average number of grants per year: 6 Average total giving per year: $75,000Eligibility
You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Requirements: To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Applications must be submitted through the online grant application form or alternative accessible application designed for assistive technology users.What Bowker Foundation Irrev Char Ta actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 8
- Total given
- $80K
- Median grant
- $8,750
- Range
- $5,000–$20K
- By dollars: Indiana 100%. Top recipient cities: Fort Wayne, IN.
- 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 50% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
Example grants
YWCA Northeast Indiana Inc · Fort Wayne, IN
General operating
$20K
Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana Michiana · Fort Wayne, IN
General operating
$15K
Associated Churches of Fort Wayne Ind IN · Fort Wayne, IN
General operating
$10K
Healthier Moms and Babies Inc · Fort Wayne, IN
General operating
$10K
Women's Fund of Greater Fort Wayne · Fort Wayne, IN
General operating
$7,500
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