Also known as: Thomas Dower Foundation · Dower Foundation
Based on their 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 366071665) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing, Thomas W Dower Foundation reported 74 grants totaling $393,000 to 74 organizations across 15 states and territories, most often for general operating support. Its largest reported grant was $25,000 to Steppenwolf Theater Company.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Steppenwolf Theater Company | CHICAGO, IL | $25,000 |
| DE Lasalle Institute | CHICAGO, IL | $20,000 |
| ST Coletta of Wisconsin | JEFFERSON, WI | $20,000 |
| ST Rita High School | CHICAGO, IL | $20,000 |
| Midwest Augustinians | CHICAGO, IL | $15,000 |
| ST Malachy School | CHICAGO, IL | $15,000 |
| Anderson Ranch Art Center | SNOWMASS VILLAGE, CO | $10,000 |
| Irish Georgian Society | CHICAGO, IL | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services of Illinois | DES PLAINES, IL | $10,000 |
| ST Jerome School | CHICAGO, IL | $10,000 |
| Univversity of ST Mary of the Lake Seminary | MUNDELEIN, IL | $10,000 |
| ST Peter's Church | CHICAGO, IL | $9,000 |
| Trilogy Inc | CHICAGO, IL | $9,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | CHICAGO, IL | $7,500 |
| OX BOW School of Art Institute | SAUGATUCK, MI | $7,500 |
| Esperanza | CHICAGO, IL | $6,500 |
| Pastoral Support Services | NORTHLAKE, IL | $6,500 |
| Brain Research Foundation | CHICAGO, IL | $6,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | PALATINE, IL | $6,000 |
| Sempre FI Fund | OCEANSIDE, CA | $6,000 |
| ST Patrick's Residence | NAPERVILLE, IL | $6,000 |
| Bauner Hall at University of Notre Dame | NOTRE DAME, IN | $5,000 |
| Brother Rice High School | CHICAGO, IL | $5,000 |
| Capuchin Friars | PITTSBURGH, PA | $5,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | CHICAGO, IL | $5,000 |
| Chicagoland Prison Outreach | SOUTH HOLLAND, IL | $5,000 |
| Creighton University | OMAHA, NE | $5,000 |
| Erie Neighborhood House | CHICAGO, IL | $5,000 |
| Historic Preservation | SPRINGFIELD, IL | $5,000 |
| Illinois Club for Catholic Women | CHICAGO, IL | $5,000 |
| John's Island Foundation | INDIAN RIVER SHORES, FL | $5,000 |
| John's Island Service League | VERO BEACH, FL | $5,000 |
| Notre Dame LAW School | NOTRE DAME, IN | $5,000 |
| Piven Theater Workshop | EVANSTON, IL | $5,000 |
| Ravinia Festival | HIGHLAND PARK, IL | $5,000 |
| Salute Inc | PALATINE, IL | $5,000 |
| ST John Paul II Neuman Center | CHICAGO, IL | $5,000 |
| ST Symphorosa | CHICAGO, IL | $5,000 |
| Sisters of Charity | DUBUQUE, IA | $3,500 |
| Sisters of ST Francis Our Lady of Victory Convent | LEMONT, IL | $3,500 |
| Career Transition Center | CHICAGO, IL | $3,000 |
| Chicago Humanities Festival | CHICAGO, IL | $3,000 |
| Deborah's Place | CHICAGO, IL | $3,000 |
| Dominican Sisters | CHICAGO, IL | $3,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys & Girls | CHICAGO, IL | $3,000 |
| Bellarmine Hall | CHICAGO, IL | $2,500 |
| Bridgeport Catholic Academy | CHICAGO, IL | $2,500 |
| College of the Holy Cross | WORCESTER, MA | $2,500 |
| Fenwick High School | OAK PARK, IL | $2,500 |
| Lake Minnetonka Garden Club | PLYMOUTH, MN | $2,500 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
