The Bolwell Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 85-1184275
Foundation Overview
Based in Austin, TX, The Bolwell Foundation has awarded 191 grants totaling $409,199 to organizations in North Carolina, Colorado and 15 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $100 to $10,000, with a median award of $1,500.
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New Applicant Friendliness
4 of 43 recipients (9%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains tight relationships with established partners. New applicants rarely succeed without insider connections.
Geographic Focus
Grants are geographically diversified with 27% in Texas and funding distributed across 17 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within Texas, funding concentrates in Austin (76%), Dallas (16%), Buda (6%).
Funding Trajectory
Stable funding levels with 6% change over 2 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
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 Bolwell 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vail Valley Foundation | $5,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| The Leukemia Lymphoma Society | $2,000 | White Plains, NY, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Susan G Komen For The Cure | $3,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Read Alliance | $3,500 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Save The Children Foundation | $5,000 | Westport, CT, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Breast Cancerorg | $2,000 | Ardmore, PA, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Internationl Rescue Committee | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Direct Relief International | $5,000 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Eagle Valley Land Trust | $1,000 | Edwards, CO, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Vail Valley Youth Foundation | $1,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Fisher House Foundation | $1,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Alight | $5,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Prevent Child Abuse | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| The Hunger Project | $3,060 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Water For People | $3,000 | Denver, CO, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Amazon Conservation Team | $3,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Caritas Of Austin | $2,500 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Flatwater Foundation | $1,120 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| The Family Place | $1,500 | Dallas, TX, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Vail Health Foundation | $1,500 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2023 |
| Walking Mountains Science Center | $1,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $500 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Austin Police Operation Blue Santa | $500 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Cap & Conquer | $1,000 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Eagle Valley Community Foundation | $2,250 | Vail, CO, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Divine Canines | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Eagle Valley Behavioral Health | $1,000 | Vail, CO, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Mountain Valley Horse Rescue | $100 | Mccoy, CO, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Tomahawk Foundation | $2,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Loomis Chaffee School | $2,000 | Windsor, CT, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood | $500 | New York, NY, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| St Gianna's Place | $2,500 | Londonberry, NH, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Active Minds | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Good360 | $5,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Moore County Citizen's Pet Responsibility | $1,000 | Whispering Pines, NC, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Austin Pbs | $300 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Colorado Coalition For The Homeless | $500 | Denver, CO, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| A Precious Child | $250 | Broomfield, CO, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | $500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| The Hope Center | $2,600 | Eagle, CO, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Vail Christian High School | $2,000 | Edwards, CO, US | Contributions | 2023 |
| Duke University | $10,000 | Durham, NC, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Vail Valley Foundation | $5,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| The Leukemia Lymphoma Society | $2,000 | White Plains, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Susan G Komen For The Cure | $3,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Read Alliance | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Save The Children Foundation | $7,000 | Westport, CT, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Breast Cancerorg | $2,000 | Ardmore, PA, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Internationl Rescue Committee | $7,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Direct Relief International | $7,000 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Eagle Valley Land Trust | $1,000 | Edwards, CO, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Vail Valley Youth Foundation | $1,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Fisher House Foundation | $1,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Global Green | $3,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Alight | $7,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Prevent Child Abuse | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| The Hunger Project | $3,060 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Water For People | $3,000 | Denver, CO, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Amazon Conservation Team | $3,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Caritas Of Austin | $2,500 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Flatwater Foundation | $1,042 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| The Family Place | $1,500 | Dallas, TX, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Vail Health Foundation | $1,500 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Walking Mountains Science Center | $1,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $500 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Austin Police Operation Blue Santa | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Cap & Conquer | $1,000 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | $0 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Eagle Valley Community Foundation | $2,250 | Vail, CO, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Austin Dog Rescue | $500 | Buda, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Child Inc | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Divine Canines | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Eagle Valley Behavioral Health | $1,000 | Vail, CO, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Mountain Valley Horse Rescue | $100 | Mccoy, CO, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Saint Louise House | $500 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Tomahawk Foundation | $2,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Loomis Chaffee School | $2,000 | Windsor, CT, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Dublin School | $1,000 | Dublin, NH, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood | $500 | New York, NY, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Walk To Defeat Als Charlotte | $2,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| St Gianna's Place | $10,000 | Londonberry, NH, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Active Minds | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Good360 | $5,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| International Animal Rescue | $505 | Shrewsbury, MA, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Moore County Citizen's Pet Responsibility | $1,000 | Whispering Pines, NC, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Kutx Public Radio | $600 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Austin Pbs | $250 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Colorado Coalition For The Homeless | $500 | Denver, CO, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Duke University | $10,000 | Durham, NC, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Vail Valley Foundation | $5,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| The Leukemia Lymphoma Society | $2,000 | White Plains, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Susan G Komen For The Cure | $3,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Read Alliance | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Save The Children Foundation | $7,000 | Westport, CT, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Breast Cancerorg | $2,000 | Ardmore, PA, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Internationl Rescue Committee | $7,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Direct Relief International | $7,000 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Eagle Valley Land Trust | $1,000 | Edwards, CO, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Vail Valley Youth Foundation | $1,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Fisher House Foundation | $1,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Global Green | $3,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Alight | $7,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Prevent Child Abuse | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| The Hunger Project | $3,060 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Water For People | $3,000 | Denver, CO, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Amazon Conservation Team | $3,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Caritas Of Austin | $2,500 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Flatwater Foundation | $1,042 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| The Family Place | $1,500 | Dallas, TX, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Vail Health Foundation | $1,500 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2022 |
| Walking Mountains Science Center | $1,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $500 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Austin Police Operation Blue Santa | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Cap & Conquer | $1,000 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Eagle Valley Community Foundation | $2,250 | Vail, CO, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Austin Dog Rescue | $500 | Buda, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Child Inc | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Divine Canines | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Eagle Valley Behavioral Health | $1,000 | Vail, CO, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Mountain Valley Horse Rescue | $100 | Mccoy, CO, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Saint Louise House | $500 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Tomahawk Foundation | $2,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Loomis Chaffee School | $2,000 | Windsor, CT, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Dublin School | $1,000 | Dublin, NH, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood | $500 | New York, NY, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Walk To Defeat Als Charlotte | $2,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| St Gianna's Place | $10,000 | Londonberry, NH, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Active Minds | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Good360 | $5,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| International Animal Rescue | $505 | Shrewsbury, MA, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Moore County Citizen's Pet Responsibility | $1,000 | Whispering Pines, NC, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Kutx Public Radio | $600 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Austin Pbs | $250 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Colorado Coalition For The Homeless | $500 | Denver, CO, US | Contributions | 2022 |
| Duke University | $5,000 | Durham, NC, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Vail Valley Foundation | $2,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| The Leukemia Lymphoma Society | $2,000 | White Plains, NY, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Susan G Komen For The Cure | $3,000 | Dallas, TX, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Read Alliance | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Save The Children Foundation | $5,000 | Westport, CT, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Breast Cancerorg | $2,000 | Ardmore, PA, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Internationl Rescue Committee | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| The Posse Foundation | $1,500 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Direct Relief International | $5,000 | Santa Barbara, CA, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Eagle Valley Land Trust | $1,000 | Edwards, CO, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Vail Valley Youth Foundation | $1,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Doctors Without Borders | $2,500 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Kappa Alpha Theta Casa House | $500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Fisher House Foundation | $1,000 | Rockville, MD, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Global Green | $3,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Ucla Foundation | $500 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Aloe Foundation | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Alight | $2,350 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Paws | $350 | Chicago, IL, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Prevent Child Abuse | $500 | Chicago, IL, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| The Hunger Project | $3,000 | New York, NY, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| The Refuge | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Water For People | $3,000 | Denver, CO, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Amazon Conservation Team | $3,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Caritas Of Austin | $2,400 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Flatwater Foundation | $521 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Mayan Hope | $600 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Rise School | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| The Family Place | $1,350 | Dallas, TX, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| University Of Texas - Forty Acres | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Vail Health Foundation | $1,500 | Avon, CO, US | Contribution | 2021 |
| Walking Mountains Science Center | $1,000 | Avon, CO, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Austin Pets Alive | $500 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Austin Police Operation Blue Santa | $500 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Cap & Conquer | $1,000 | Bloomfield Hills, MI, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | $2,500 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Eagle Valley Community Foundation | $2,200 | Vail, CO, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Hyde Park Schools | $2,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| American Kidney Foundation | $100 | Rockville, MD, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Austin Dog Rescue | $500 | Buda, TX, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Child Inc | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Divine Canines | $1,000 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Eagle Valley Mental Health | $500 | Vail, CO, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Goatlandia | $650 | Santa Rosa, CA, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Mountain Valley Horse Rescue | $100 | Mccoy, CO, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Saint Louise House | $500 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Space Center Houston | $149 | Houston, TX, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Tomahawk Foundation | $2,000 | Nashville, TN, US | Contributions | 2021 |
| Wildflower Center | $135 | Austin, TX, US | Contributions | 2021 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 85-1184275 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 3802 STEVENSON AVE Austin, TX 78703-2048 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Bolwell Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Farley Bolwell |
|---|---|
| Trustee | Olivia Bolwell |
Forms 990-PF
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