How to apply
Written request Contact: Paul M Gurman, Po Box 545, Fairfax, Va, 7035917200 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: Funds should be used to promote education or benefit children.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
34 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga College High SchoolWashington, DC | Youth educational programs | $50K |
| Safe SpotFairfax, VA | Child safety programs | $30K |
| St Jude's Children's Research HospitalArlington, VA | At-risk children medical program | $20K |
| Doorways for Women and FamiliesArlington, VA | To promote safe and stable housing | $15K |
| Equal Justice InitiativeMontgomery, AL | To provide legal services | $15K |
| Flip Flop FriendsLeesburg, VA | Provide clothing and supplies to those in need | $15K |
| Food for OthersFairfax, VA | To provide food to children from low or no income families | $10K |
| Falls Church-McLean Children's CenterFalls Church, VA | It provides high-quality, full-time, year-round early childhood education and care for children aged 25, primarily serving low-income, work… | $10K |
| Equal Plates ProjectAsheville, NC | Addresses food insecurity and supports local farmers by purchasing ingredients to create scratch-made meals for community members facing fo… | $10K |
| The Southern Poverty Law CenterMontgomery, AL | To dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people | $10K |
| Boxes of BasicsManassas, VA | Work with school counselors, social workers, faith leaders, and human services agencies to provide children with stylish, quality clothing… | $10K |
| The Child & Family Network CentersAlexandria, VA | At-risk children educational programming | $10K |
| The Carpenter's ShelterAlexandria, VA | To address the root causes of homelessnes | $10K |
| BetteralifePurcellville, VA | Betteralife provides a safe space within walking distance where children can receive food, complete homework, and feel supported without re… | $10K |
| Special Ops XcursionsNashville, TN | To offer active duty special operations forces (sof) service members a chance to partner with professional guides & volunteers in the gener… | $10K |
| Space of Her OwnAlexandria, VA | Empowering under-served girls | $10K |
| So Others Might EatWashington, DC | Provide assistance to those in need | $10K |
| Share IncMcLean, VA | Senior services | $10K |
| Home Stretch IncFalls Church, VA | Empowering homeless families to succeed | $10K |
| Asheville City Schools FoundationAsheville, NC | To provide transformational educational opportunities for all city schools students | $10K |
| AshokaArlington, VA | To promote change for the good of society. | $10K |
| Doctors Without Borders USANew York, NY | Provide medical and surgical services to those in need | $10K |
| Kenya Education FundNew York, NY | Youth educational programs | $10K |
| Ecumenical Community Helping OthersBurke, VA | To provide food and supplies to children | $10K |
| Ixtatan FoundationCharlottesville, VA | Community development activities | $10K |
| Habitat for HumanityAmericus, GA | Family needs | $10K |
| Five TalentsFalls Church, VA | Helps the poor save, invest, and develop small businesses. | $10K |
| Greater DC DiaperWashington, DC | To provide a reliable and adequate source of basic baby needs and personal hygiene products | $7,500 |
| The Sunshine FoundationSouthampton, PA | Severe or profound physical/developmental/intellectual challenges or trauma from physical/sexual abuse, and whose families have limited inc… | $5,000 |
| Medical Mission of Mercy USAFalls Church, VA | Provide medical and surgical services to those in need | $5,000 |
| Life Pieces to MasterpiecesWashington, DC | To develop character and leadership, unlock potential, and prepare african american boys and young men to transform their lives and communi… | $5,000 |
| Luke's WingsWashington, DC | Provides complimentary airfare and travel planning to families of wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and fallen officers | $5,000 |
| Facets CaresFairfax, VA | Helping our neighbors in crisis | $5,000 |
| A Simple HouseWashington, DC | Serve the inner-city poor and homeless through friendship evangelization | $2,500 |
By state: Virginia 19 · District of Columbia 6 · Alabama 2 · North Carolina 2 · New York 2 · Tennessee 1
About this foundation
Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe is a private grantmaking foundation in Fairfax, Virginia, administered in care of Paul M Gurman, tax-exempt since 2017. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Written request Deadlines: NONE.
How much does Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $390K across 34 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Harvey S Lowe Jr and Susan Hitchcock-Lowe give?
Virginia (19 grants), District of Columbia (6 grants), Alabama (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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