Funding Amount

US $5,000 - US $10,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

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Eligible organizations

  • Joseph County, Indiana.

Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • Requirements
  • South Bend, Indiana and St.
  • States served
  • Indiana

Overview

The Bowsher-Booher Foundation, established as a memorial by Eleanor Booher Warner, aims to support charitable, scientific, literary, and educational initiatives in St. Joseph County, Indiana, particularly focusing on early childhood education. The foundation emphasizes assisting 501(c)(3) organizations in South Bend and surrounding areas, ensuring that its contributions significantly benefit the local community. With a commitment to enhancing educational opportunities, the foundation plays a vital role in fostering development for young learners.

The Bowsher-Booher Foundation was established by Eleanor Booher Bowsher Warner as a continuing memorial to her deceased husband, Jay C.

Eligibility

Requirements To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue CodeGeographic limitations

South Bend, Indiana and St. Joseph County, IndianaStates served

What Bowsher the Booher Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025
7
Total given
$80K
Median grant
$10K
Range
$8,000–$15K
  • By dollars: Indiana 90%, Wisconsin 10%. Top recipient cities: South Bend, IN; La Crosse, WI.
  • 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • Michiana Public Broadcasting Corporation · South Bend, IN

    General operating

    $15K

  • La CASA De Amistad Inc · South Bend, IN

    General operating

    $15K

  • Logan Community Resources Inc · South Bend, IN

    General operating

    $12K

  • St Joseph Cnty Public Library Foundation · South Bend, IN

    General operating

    $10K

  • Boys and Girls Club of the Northern · South Bend, IN

    General operating

    $10K

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

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Education
  • Preschools
  • Child care
  • Foundation

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