Gardner Cowles III Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyNaples, Florida · EIN 13-3444590 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
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
87% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowdoin College | Brunswick, ME | Educational | $5,000 |
| The Ellen Hermanson Foundation | Southampton, NY | Public service | $3,000 |
| Bay Street Theater | Sag Harbor, NY | Public service | $2,500 |
| Southampton Hosp Foundation | Southampton, NY | Public service | $2,500 |
| Naples Therapeutic Riding Center | Naples, FL | Public service | $2,250 |
| Sag Harbor Comm Food Pantry | Sag Harbor, NY | Public service | $2,000 |
| St Ann's Episcopal Church | Sayville, NY | Public service | $1,000 |
| The Bridgehampton Museum | Bridgehampton, NY | Public service | $500 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($16,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,750 | 12 |
| 2024 | $31,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $40,000 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641209349101009
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-3444590
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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