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: $75,000

Eligibility

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

IRS Form 990-PF, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

nonprofitswomeneducationhealthcarehuman-services

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