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Also known as: CHARLES FULLER COWLES FOUNDATION
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Constance Mayeron Cowles And Charles Fuller Cowles Foundation is a private corporation based in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1998. The principal officer is Philip S Sherburne. It holds total assets of $404K. Annual income is reported at $85K. Total assets have grown from $331K in 2011 to $417K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Minnesota. According to available records, Constance Mayeron Cowles And Charles Fuller Cowles Foundation has made 102 grants totaling $124K, with a median grant of $500. The foundation has distributed between $30K and $59K annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $59K distributed across 50 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $25K, with an average award of $1K. The foundation has supported 35 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Minnesota, Michigan, Oregon, which account for 91% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$300
Average Grant
$1K
Largest Grant
$11K
Based on 30 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Constance Mayeron Cowles And Charles Fuller Cowles Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 102 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, MI, OR.
Constance Mayeron Cowles And Charles Fuller Cowles Foundation has distributed a total of $124K across 102 grants. The median grant size is $500, with an average of $1K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $25K.
Constance Mayeron Cowles And Charles Fuller Cowles Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Constance Mayeron Cowles And Charles Fuller Cowles Foundation is headquartered in MINNEAPOLIS, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Fuller Cowles | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Constance Mayeron Cowles | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$42K
Total Assets
$417K
Fair Market Value
$480K
Net Worth
$417K
Grants Paid
$35K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$16K
Distribution Amount
$23K
Total: $417K
Total Grants
102
Total Giving
$124K
Average Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$500
Unique Recipients
35
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple IsraelGENERAL OPERATING - IN MEMORY OF GLORIA MAYERON ($100), INMEMORY OF HARRY MAYERON ($100) | Minneapolis, MN | $200 | 2023 |
| Franconia Sculpture ParkGENERAL OPERATING - YEAR 1 OF 2-YEAR PLEDGE | Shafer, MN | $25K | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood Of MnndsdGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Elkhorn Marine ConservancyGENERAL OPERATING | Rochester, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Northside Achievement ZoneYEAR 3 OF 3 YEAR PLEDGE | Minneapolis, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Compassion & ChoicesGENERAL OPERATING | Portland, OR | $1K | 2023 |
| American Craft CouncilFORMER TRUSTEE CHALLENGE FUND | Minneapolis, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Mill Reef FundGENERAL SUPPORT | Detroit, MI | $1K | 2023 |
| The Trust For Public LandPROGRAMS IN MINNESOTA AND THE NORTHWOODS | St Paul, MN | $500 | 2023 |
| Walker Art CenterANNUAL FUND | Minneapolis, MN | $500 | 2023 |
| Wild Rivers ConservancyGERNERAL OPERATING | Osceola, WI | $500 | 2023 |
| The Cowles Center For Dance And Performing ArtsGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $500 | 2023 |
| Minnesota Public RadioGENERAL OPERATING | Saint Paul, MN | $300 | 2023 |
| Page Education FoundationEDUCATIONAL | Minneapolis, MN | $250 | 2023 |
| Chicago Avenue Fine Arts CenterGENERAL OPERATING - IN HONOR OF BECCA CERRA | Minneapolis, MN | $250 | 2023 |
| University Of Mn - Weisman Art MuseumANNUAL FUND | Minneapolis, MN | $250 | 2023 |
| Northern Clay CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $250 | 2023 |
| Minneapolis Institute Of ArtGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $200 | 2023 |
| White Bear Center For The ArtsGENERAL OPERATING | White Bear Lake, MN | $200 | 2023 |
| Forecast Public ArtworksGENERAL OPERATING | St Paul, MN | $200 | 2023 |
| MinnpostGENERAL OPERATING | Minneapolis, MN | $200 | 2023 |
| Second Harvest HeartlandGENERAL OPERATING | Brooklyn Park, MN | $100 | 2023 |
| Lewis & Clark CollegeSPRINGHILL SCHOLARSHIP, IN MEMORY OF JIM SPENCER | Portland, OR | $3K | 2022 |
| Chisago Lakes Area Community FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Lindstrom, MN | $500 | 2022 |