The Lowell Institute
Boston, Massachusetts · EIN 042105771 · Private foundation
The Lowell Institute is a private foundation based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $2.3M in giving and $49.9M in assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 46 individual grants from this funder — $6.1M awarded across 2022–2024 — including its support for arts & culture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Lowell Institute funds
The Lowell Institute's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, higher education, libraries & literacy.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University General Purpose | Boston, MA | $657K | 2024 |
| Wgbh General Purpose | Boston, MA | $569K | 2023 |
| Wgbh General Purpose | Boston, MA | $508K | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from The Lowell Institute
The Lowell Institute'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 lowellinstitute.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Lowell Institute
- Does The Lowell Institute accept grant applications?
- The Lowell Institute'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 The Lowell Institute fund?
- The Lowell Institute's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Northeastern University, Wgbh. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Lowell Institute give in grants?
- The Lowell Institute's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $2.3M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $6.1M over 46 grants.
- Where is The Lowell Institute located?
- The Lowell Institute is based in Boston, Massachusetts. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 042105771.
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