The Kennard L Bowlen Charitable Tru
Invitation OnlyNewburyport, Massachusetts · EIN 74-6547247 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$28K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$6,700
Total assets$542K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,700 and $15,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firehouse Center for the Arts | Newburyport, MA | Arts for children | $15,000 |
| Museum of Old Newbury | Newburyport, MA | History for children | $6,700 |
| Custom House | Newburyport, MA | History for children | $6,700 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,400 | 3 |
| 2024 | $22,114 | 3 |
| 2023 | $30,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 3, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602159349100155
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-6547247
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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