Gow Family Foundation
Historical FunderBellevue, Washington · EIN 46-0986449 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JEFFERY GOW - GOW FAMILY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 11624 SE FIFTH STREET SUITE 210, BELLEVUE WA 98005 |
| Phone | 4255592300 |
| Form and materials | GRANT APPLICATION AVAILABLE FROM THE FOUNDATION. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
21% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pottery Northwest | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $220,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $200,000 |
| Center for Independent Documentary | Newton, MA | General purposes | $200,000 |
| Yuan Tze Ren Xue Center | Orinda, CA | General purposes | $150,000 |
| YWCA of Seattlekingsnohomish County | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $150,000 |
| Ifwhenhow Lawyering for Reproductive Justice | Oakland, CA | General purposes | $100,000 |
| Inquiring Systems | Santa Rosa, CA | General purposes | $100,000 |
| Islandwood | Bainbridge Island, WA | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Life Enrichement Options | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Northwest Community Bail Fund | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Northwest Immigration Rights Project | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Rainier Scholars | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Vancouver Foundation | Vancouver, CA | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Washington Women in Need | Bellevue, WA | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Farestart | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $50,000 |
| Lifewire Fka Eastside Domestic Violence Program | Bellevue, WA | General purposes | $40,000 |
| Recovery Cafe | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $40,000 |
| Refugee Women's Alliance | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $35,000 |
| Children's Home Society of Washington Dba Akin | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $30,000 |
| Amara | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Bellevue Lifespring | Bellevue, WA | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Camp Korey | Carnation, WA | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Rainier Prep | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $25,000 |
| YMCA | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $25,000 |
| Cocoon House | Everett, WA | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Delta Gamma Foundation | Columbus, OH | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Issaquah Schools Foundation | Bellevue, WA | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Pachamama Alliance | San Francisco, CA | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Village Theatre | Everett, WA | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Wild Salmon Center | Portland, OR | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Youthcare | Seattle, WA | General purposes | $20,000 |
| Housing Hope | Everett, WA | General purposes | $10,000 |
| Schack Art Center | Everett, WA | General purposes | $10,000 |
| The Garage a Teen Cafe | Issaquah, WA | General purposes | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,960,000 | 34 |
| 2023 | $1,754,100 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503159349102825
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-0986449
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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