Bowsher Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyBaton Rouge, Louisiana · EIN 31-0886547 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$21K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$86K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Louisiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge Youth Coalition Baton Rouge Youth Coalition | Baton Rouge, LA | Fund scholarships | $10,000 |
| St James Day School St James Day School | Baton Rouge, LA | Fund scholarships | $10,000 |
| Community Found of Tx Hill Country Community Found of Tx Hill Country | Kerrville, TX | For disaster relief | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,000 | 3 |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $10,000 | 1 |
| 2021 | $53,500 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 3, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632469349100208
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-0886547
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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