Empty Bowl Inc
Invitation OnlyEdgewater, New Jersey · EIN 46-1682984 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $36,000 and $264,000.
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
75% of grants went outside New Jersey.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church of God World Missions | Cleveland, TN | General operating support | $352,282 |
| Metro World Child Foundation | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $264,000 |
| Sojunghan Saramdeul Church | Junggu, KS | General operating support | $60,000 |
| Grace River Amazon Ministry | Norwood, NJ | General operating support | $36,000 |
| Oregon Women's Prison Ministry Inc | Beaverton, OR | General operating support | $3,600 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($3,600). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $719,482 | 6 |
| 2024 | $522,600 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642589349100629
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-1682984
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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