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Also known as: C/O MICHAEL ROWNY
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Rowny Foundation is a private corporation based in BETHESDA, MD. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1999. The principal officer is Michael Rowny. It holds total assets of $618K. Annual income is reported at $76K. The foundation is governed by 3 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. The foundation primarily funds organizations in District of Columbia and Maryland. According to available records, Rowny Foundation has made 82 grants totaling $123K, with a median grant of $500. Annual giving has grown from $31K in 2020 to $64K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $10K, with an average award of $2K. The foundation has supported 41 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Maryland, District of Columbia, Massachusetts, which account for 65% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 9 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$500
Average Grant
$1K
Largest Grant
$10K
Based on 24 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Rowny Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 82 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MD, DC, MA.
Rowny Foundation has distributed a total of $123K across 82 grants. The median grant size is $500, with an average of $2K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $10K.
Rowny Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Rowny Foundation is headquartered in BETHESDA, MD. While based in MD, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 9 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael J Rowny | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Peter E Rowny | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Julia Dian Rowny | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$48K
Total Assets
$606K
Fair Market Value
$638K
Net Worth
$606K
Grants Paid
$42K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$27K
Distribution Amount
$30K
Total: N/A
Total Grants
82
Total Giving
$123K
Average Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$500
Unique Recipients
41
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round House TheatreMELISSA BLAKE ROWNY FUND FOR ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT | Silver Spring, MD | $10K | 2022 |
| MitPLEDGE AGREEMENT - FRIENDS OF CREW FUND AND CLASS OF 1972 FUND FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION | Boston, MA | $8K | 2022 |
| Wolf Trap Foundation For Performing ArtsENCORE CIRCLE P{RODUCER MEMBERSJHIP (WAIVE RECEIPT ON THE GOODS AND SERVICES VALUED AT $260) | Vienna, VA | $4K | 2022 |
| World Central KitchenCHEFS FOR UKRAINE | Washington, DC | $3K | 2022 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyTOGETHER FOR A CURE LUNCHEON; HONORING KATHY WENGER | Washington, DC | $2K | 2022 |
| Alzheimer'S Association National Capital Area ChapterBRAIN BALL 2022 - IN MEMORY OF STEVE ERNT | Mclean, VA | $2K | 2022 |
| National Society Of Professional EngineersIN MEMORY OF JOSEPH F. MULCAHY | Alexandra, VA | $1K | 2022 |
| Jewish Social Service Agency (Jssa)GRANT OTTENSTEIN TRIBUTE FUND - IN HONOR OF GRANT OTTENSTEIN | Pittsburgh, PA | $500 | 2022 |
| Autistic Self Advocacy NetworkIN HONOR OF ELIZABETH ROWNY | Washington, DC | $300 | 2022 |
| Prevent Cancer FoundationIN HONOR OF JULIA ROWNY | Alexandria, VA | $300 | 2022 |
| Learning AllyIN HONOR OF ELIZABETH ROWNY | Princeton, NJ | $300 | 2022 |
| Sunflower BakeryIN HONOR OF ELIZABETH ROWNY | Rockville, MD | $300 | 2022 |
| The Miracle ProjectIN HONOR OF AIDEN BRAGA AND CHARLES JORDAN | Los Angeles, CA | $300 | 2022 |
| Pathfinder Hopkins SchoolIN HONOR OF JULIA ROWNY | New Haven, CT | $300 | 2022 |
| The Trevor ProjectIN HONOR OF ELIZABETH ROWNY | West Hollywood, CA | $300 | 2022 |
| Beacon AcademyIN HONOR OF JULIA ROWNY | Boston, MA | $300 | 2022 |
| The Malala FundIN HONOR OF JULIA ROWNY | Philadelphia, PA | $300 | 2022 |
| SmyalIN HONOR OF ELIZABETH ROWNY | Washington, DC | $300 | 2022 |
| SomeGENERAL USE | Washington, DC | $3K | 2021 |
| American Institute For Cancer ResearchGENERAL USE | Washington, DC | $1K | 2021 |
| Autism Society Of AmericaIN HONOR OF AIDEN BRAGA | Rockville, MD | $1K | 2021 |
| American Red CrossGENERAL USE | Baltimore, MD | $500 | 2021 |
| Interfaith WorksGENERAL USE | Rockville, MD | $500 | 2021 |
| National Park FoundationGENERAL USE | Baltimore, MD | $500 | 2021 |
| New Haven ReadsIN HONOR OF JULIA ROWNY | New Haven, CT | $500 | 2021 |
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