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Private foundation · EIN 84-3804239

Friends of Kowak

Erie, CO

Friends of Kowak is a private foundation based in Erie, CO. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, it reported $55.8K in grants and contributions paid across 8 grants, with $77.1K in assets (fair market value). Its return lists how to submit a request. Its largest grants went to Kowak Girls Secondary School, Kowak Hospital and St Brigita Catholic Church.

How to request funding

Contact
Friends of Kowak
Phone
3038182175
Address
1104 Zodo Avenue, Erie, CO, 80516
Form and materials
Request Application Form from Friends of Kowak at the telephone number email address or mailing address above.
Deadlines
December 31 of each year
Restrictions
Recipients generally reside in or near the Village of Kowak in the Rorya District Mara Region of Tanzania. Financial need and qualification are decided in consultation with local volunteer coordinator and school community and or church leaders.

As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2025. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.

Largest grants, tax year 2025

Historical data · not a prediction
RecipientLocationPurposeAmount
Kowak Girls Secondary SchoolTarimeTo assist with tuition payments other fees and purchase of school supplies for indigent secondary school students chosen by school administration based on need.$23,539
Kowak HospitalTarimeAdvancing public health in the form of financial assistance for indigent pediatric patients of Kowak Hospital new neonatal care unit financial and volunteer sup$14,240
St Brigita Catholic ChurchKowak VillagePayment of fuel supplement for use of automobile for ministers to visit outlying churches Church Building Renovations and Youth Retreats$5,394
Baraton School LtdUtegiTo assist with tuition payments other fees and purchase of school supplies for indigent primary school students as administered by school personnel. 3$3,398
Loreto Secondary SchoolMwanzaTo assist with tuition payments other fees and purchase of school supplies for indigent secondary school students chosen by school administration based on need.$1,401
Angel House SchoolTarimeTo assist with tuition payments other fees and purchase of school supplies for indigent secondary school students as administered by school personnel. 2$1,285

The 6 largest of 8 grants listed on the return. 2 grants to individuals ($6.57K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.

Quick answers

Does Friends of Kowak accept grant applications?

Its Form 990-PF lists how to submit a request. Form and materials: Request Application Form from Friends of Kowak at the telephone number email address or mailing address above.. Deadlines: December 31 of each year. Restrictions: Recipients generally reside in or near the Village of Kowak in the Rorya District Mara Region of Tanzania. Financial need and qualification are decided in consultation with local volunteer coordinator and school community and or church leaders.. Confirm current requirements with the foundation before applying.

How much does Friends of Kowak give each year?

For tax year 2025, it reported $55,830 in grants and contributions paid (8 grants). Giving can change from year to year.

What organizations has Friends of Kowak funded?

Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to Kowak Girls Secondary School, $23.5K, Kowak Hospital, $14.2K, St Brigita Catholic Church, $5.39K, Baraton School Ltd, $3.4K and Loreto Secondary School, $1.4K.