The Cowley Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 26-1627225
Foundation Overview
Based in Phoenix, AZ, The Cowley Family Foundation has awarded 171 grants totaling $2,499,945 to organizations in Arizona, Minnesota and 11 other states, plus international recipients. Individual grants range from $500 to $109,727, with a median award of $5,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
10 of 25 recipients (40%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
60% of grants are awarded in Arizona, with additional funding distributed across 13 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Arizona, funding concentrates in Phoenix (37%), Mesa (32%), Tempe (17%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 115% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Highly focused on general purposes with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Cowley Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Congregation Beth Tefillah | $2,500 | Scottsdale, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Keys To Change | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Tossin' Away Als | $2,500 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $3,000 | Hagerstown, MD, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Operation Underground Railroad | $1,500 | Salt Lake City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Feed My Starving Children | $1,500 | Coon Rapids, MN, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Manes & Miracles | $3,000 | San Tan Valley, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Healthy Screen Habits | $3,000 | Moorpark, CA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Paz De Cristo | $3,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| The Foster Alliance | $3,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| The Emily Effect | $3,000 | Riverton, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Uvu Foundation | $3,000 | Orem, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Chandler Firefighter Charities | $1,500 | Chandler, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Chandler Cadet Charities | $1,500 | Chandler, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Md Dogs Inc | $3,000 | Nicholasville, KY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| American Diabetes Association | $3,000 | Merrifield, VA, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Asu Foundation | $51,500 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Az Brainfood | $29,500 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of The East Valley | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Maricopa County Community Colleges Founda | $100,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Maricopa County Fair | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| National Ms Society | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| Teach For America | $80,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2024 |
| American Diabetes Association | $3,000 | Merrifield, VA, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Asu Foundation | $51,500 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Az Brainfood | $29,500 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of The East Valley | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Broadmoor Pta | $3,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Chandler Firefighter Charities | $4,000 | Chandler, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Child Find Of America | $3,000 | New Paltz, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Feed My Starving Children | $1,500 | Coon Rapids, MN, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Footsteps For Fertility Foundation | $1,500 | Draper, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Forever Young Foundation | $18,866 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Hope Foundation | $3,000 | Queen Creek, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Human Services Campus | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Maricopa County Community Colleges Foundation | $100,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Maricopa County Fair | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Millenial Choirs And Orchestras (Mco) | $3,000 | Queen Creek, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| National Ms Society | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Operation Underground Railroad | $4,500 | Salt Lake City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Prevent Child Abuse America | $1,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Teach For America | $80,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| The Emily Effect | $2,000 | Riverton, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Tossin' Away Als | $2,500 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Uvu Foundation | $3,000 | Orem, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| American Diabetes Association | $3,000 | Merrifield, VA, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Asu Foundation | $51,500 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Az Brainfood | $29,500 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of The East Valley | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Broadmoor Pta | $3,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Chandler Firefighter Charities | $4,000 | Chandler, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Child Find Of America | $3,000 | New Paltz, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Feed My Starving Children | $1,500 | Coon Rapids, MN, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Footsteps For Fertility Foundation | $1,500 | Draper, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Forever Young Foundation | $18,866 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Hope Foundation | $3,000 | Queen Creek, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Human Services Campus | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Maricopa County Community Colleges Foundation | $100,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Maricopa County Fair | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Millenial Choirs And Orchestras (Mco) | $3,000 | Queen Creek, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| National Ms Society | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Operation Underground Railroad | $4,500 | Salt Lake City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Prevent Child Abuse America | $1,500 | Chicago, IL, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Teach For America | $80,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| The Emily Effect | $2,000 | Riverton, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Tossin' Away Als | $2,500 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Uvu Foundation | $3,000 | Orem, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2023 |
| Anasazi Foundation | $1,500 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Arizona Brainfood | $35,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Asu Foundation | $50,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Utah Valley University | $1,500 | Orem, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| The Emily Effect | $3,000 | Riverton, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| St Mary's Food Bank | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation | $3,000 | Orlando, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Operation Underground Railroad | $7,500 | Salt Lake City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Maricopa County Fair | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Broadmor Pta | $1,500 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Human Services Campus | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation | $75,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America | $3,000 | Tampa, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of The East Valley | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Chandler Firefighter Charities | $3,000 | Chandler, AZ, US | Charitable Contribution | 2022 |
| Footsteps For Fertility Foundation | $2,500 | Draper, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Ishikawa Elementary Pto | $1,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| National Ms Society | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Prevent Child Abuse America | $1,500 | Prescott Valley, AZ, US | Charitable Contribution | 2022 |
| Teach For America | $80,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Susan Stanton Foundation | $8,000 | Denver, CO, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Tossin' Away Als | $2,500 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2022 |
| Asu Foundation | $50,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Az Brainfood | $36,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of The East Valley | $5,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Broadmor Pta | $4,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Feed My Starving Childern | $4,000 | Coon Rapids, MN, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Fhf Mexico Inc | $2,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Footsteps For Fertility Foundation | $4,000 | Draper, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Human Services Campus | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| John Volken Academy | $4,000 | Surrey, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CA | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Mesa Community College | $75,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Mesa Unified School District #4 | $2,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Operation Underground Railroad | $13,000 | Cedar City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Teach For America | $80,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Uvu Foundation | $2,000 | Orem, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Youth Symphony Of The Southwest | $5,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Maricopa County Fair | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Prevent Child Abuse America | $2,000 | Chicago, IL, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation | $2,000 | Orlando, FL, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Southwest Indigenous Women's Coalition | $2,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2021 |
| Az Brainfood | $34,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Birch Creek Service Ranch | $1,000 | Spring City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of The East Valley | $5,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Footsteps For Fertility Foundation | $3,000 | Draper, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Forever Young Foundation | $12,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Mesa Unified School District #4 | $1,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Millennial Choirs & Orchestras | $2,000 | Queen Creek, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Operation Underground Railroad | $3,000 | Cedar City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Teach For America | $50,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Human Services Campus Inc | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| World Bicycle Relief | $3,028 | Chicago, IL, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Arizona Friends Of Foster Childern Foundation | $2,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Broadmor Pta | $2,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Feed My Starving Childern | $3,000 | Coon Rapids, MN, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| The Barrygoldwater Institute For Public Policy Research | $25,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Highland High School | $500 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Uvu Foundation | $500 | Orem, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Valleywise Health Foundation | $7,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| Youth Symphony Of The Southwest | $1,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints - Philanthropies | $27,500 | Provo, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2020 |
| The 444 Project | $2,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Az Brianfood | $14,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of The East Valley | $5,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Donation | $10,050 | Bethesada, MD, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Footsteps For Fertility Foundation | $2,000 | Draper, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Habitat For Humanity | $100,000 | Peoria, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Jdrf Arizona Chapter | $5,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Maricopa Health Foundation | $60,295 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Mesa Unified School District #4 | $4,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | $500 | New York, NY, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Operation Underground Railroad | $2,000 | Cedar City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Stand For Children Leadership Center | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| The Human Services Campus Inc | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2018 |
| Arizona Brainfood | $20,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2017 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of The East Valley | $5,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2017 |
| Byu Marriott School | $7,500 | Provo, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2017 |
| Charity Vision | $1,000 | Provo, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2017 |
| Human Services Campuslodestar Day Resource Center | $10,000 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2017 |
| Maricopa Health Foundation | $69,113 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2017 |
| Metropolitan Youth Symphony | $6,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2017 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | $1,000 | Salt Lake City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2017 |
| Research And Business Development Center | $5,000 | Rexburg, ID, US | Charitable Donation | 2017 |
| Arizona Brainfood | $20,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2016 |
| Asu Foundation | $13,000 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2016 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of The East Valley | $2,500 | Tempe, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2016 |
| Byu Marriott School | $7,500 | Provo, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2016 |
| Escalera | $1,000 | Salt Lake City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2016 |
| Maricopa Health Foundation | $109,727 | Phoenix, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2016 |
| Metropolitan Youth Symphony | $6,000 | Mesa, AZ, US | Charitable Donation | 2016 |
| Mountain Trails Association | $5,000 | Park City, UT, US | Charitable Donation | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for The Cowley Family Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 26-1627225 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 1242 E JACKSON STREET Phoenix, AZ 85034-0000 |
Key People (6)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Cowley Family Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Director | Alice N Cowley |
|---|---|
| Director, President | Michael T Cowley |
| Director, V.p., Secretary | Suzette Tyler |
| Director, V.p., Treasurer | Monson Cowley |
| Director, V.p., Assistant Treasurer | Ryan Willis |
Forms 990-PF
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