McDowell Family Foundation
Historical FunderGreenwood Village, Colorado · EIN 75-2979459 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $104,420.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Jeffrey D Melissa A McDowell |
|---|---|
| Address | 5275 S Dayton Street, Greenwood Village CO 80111 |
| Phone | 3037662561 |
| Form and materials | Written requests describing the charitable beneficiaries and use of funds. |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | Donations will be made to organizations that qualify under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. Though not specifically limited, contributions will be made to qualifying charitable organizations that focus on education, senior citizens, battered women and children, and beneficial programs. |
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
66% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska | Lincoln, NE | Educational Support. | $104,420 |
| Children's Hospital | Aurora, CO | Provide medical care to children. | $20,000 |
| St Louis University | St Louis, MO | Educational support | $10,000 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($30,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $164,420 | 5 |
| 2024 | $140,117 | 4 |
| 2023 | $48,125 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 21, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621119349101512
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-2979459
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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