The Clowes Fund

The Clowes Fund is an independent non-profit foundation based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Established in 1952 by Dr. George Henry Alexander Clowes, his wife Mrs. Edith Whitehill Clowes and their two sons, Allen W. Clowes and Dr. George H.A. Clowes, Jr., The Clowes Fund seeks to enhance the common good by encouraging organizations and projects that help to build a just and equitable society, create opportunities for initiative, foster creativity and the growth of knowledge and promotes appreciation of the natural environment. It pursues these goals by awarding grants in three areas: arts, education, and social services. It also recognizes the special value of efforts that create links among these areas. The foundation has a special interest in supporting projects that strengthen the communities in which Clowes family members and the foundation's directors live and work. The assets of the foundation are managed by the board of directors.The Clowes Fund is currently not investing in private equity or venture capital.