Lowell Observatory
Flagstaff, Arizona · EIN 860098918 · Private foundation
Based in Flagstaff, Arizona, Lowell Observatory has awarded $3.9M across 50 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Lowell Observatory Foundation. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Lowell Observatory funds
Lowell Observatory's giving carries a documented focus on higher education.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowell Observatory Foundation TO HOLD AND MANAGE THE ASSETS FOR THE EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT OF THE OBSERVATORY. | Flagstaff, AZ | $920K | 2017 |
| Northern Arizona University NASA GRANT - SUBAWARD COLLABORATION RESEARCH | Flagstaff, AZ | $328K | 2022 |
| Northern Arizona University NASA GRANT - SUBAWARD COLLABORATION RESEARCH | Flagstaff, AZ | $324K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from Lowell Observatory
Lowell Observatory's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at lowell.edu.
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Frequently asked questions about Lowell Observatory
- Does Lowell Observatory accept grant applications?
- Lowell Observatory's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Lowell Observatory fund?
- Lowell Observatory's grants focus on higher education. Example recipients include Lowell Observatory Foundation, Northern Arizona University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Lowell Observatory give in grants?
- Lowell Observatory's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $218K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $3.9M over 50 grants.
- Where is Lowell Observatory located?
- Lowell Observatory is based in Flagstaff, Arizona. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 860098918.
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