Grants paid in 2025
11 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity CharitableCincinnati, OH | General operating support | $1.3M |
| American Ireland FundNew York, NY | General operating support | $173K |
| The Hope and Courage CollectiveDublin, EI | General operating support | $117K |
| Irish Penal ReformDublin, EI | General operating support | $115K |
| UpliftCork, EI | General operating support | $109K |
| Act NowDublin, EI | General operating support | $94K |
| Citywide Drugs Crisis CampaignDrumcondra, EI | General operating support | $55K |
| Just for Kids FoundationTelluride, CO | General operating support | $20K |
| Abortion Bridge Collaboration FundSan Francisco, CA | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Memphis Center for Reproductive HealthMemphis, TN | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Natural Resource Defence CouncilNew York, NY | General operating support | $1,000 |
By state: Ohio 1 · INTL 5 · New York 2 · Colorado 1 · California 1 · Tennessee 1
About this foundation
Rowan Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Chicago, Illinois, tax-exempt since 2022. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Rowan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Rowan Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $2.0M across 11 grants, a median of $94K.
Where does Rowan Foundation give?
Ohio (1 grants), INTL (5 grants), New York (2 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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