Bowker Foundation Grant
Funding Amount
US $5,000 - US $30,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
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.Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
nonprofitswomeneducationhealthcarehuman-services
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