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Be Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in REDDING, CT. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2014. The principal officer is Richard J Wenning. It holds total assets of $5.9M. Annual income is reported at $1.9M. Total assets have decreased from $9.6M in 2013 to $5.9M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of education. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Connecticut. According to available records, Be Foundation Inc. has made 35 grants totaling $872K, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has decreased from $446K in 2020 to $177K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $150 to $250K, with an average award of $25K. The foundation has supported 26 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Connecticut and Maine and New Hampshire. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$200
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$30K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 17 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Be Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of education. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 35 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CT, ME, NH.
Be Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $872K across 35 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $25K. Individual grants have ranged from $150 to $250K.
Be Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Be Foundation Inc. is headquartered in REDDING, CT. While based in CT, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard J Wenning | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $187K | $100K | $287K |
| Gregory S Young | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$5.9M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$5M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
35
Total Giving
$872K
Average Grant
$25K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
26
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spreadmusicnow IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Redding, CT | $100K | 2023 |
| IntempoGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Stamford, CT | $30K | 2023 |
| Gould AcademyGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Bethel, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| Mark Twain LibraryGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT - FROG FROLIC SPONSORSHIP. | Redding, CT | $10K | 2023 |
| Ridgefield PlayhouseGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT - ANNUAL GALA SPONSORSHIP. | Ridgefield, CT | $6K | 2023 |
| Social Ventures Partners IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Westport, CT | $5K | 2023 |
| Georgetown Village RestorationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT - GEORGETOWN DAY SPONSORSHIP. | Georgetown, CT | $3K | 2023 |
| United Way Of Western CtSTIPENDS FOR GOVERNOR'S WORKFORCE COUNCIL COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION. | Danbury, CT | $3K | 2023 |
| Town Of ReddingCONCERTS ON THE GREEN SPONSORSHIP. | Redding, CT | $2K | 2023 |
| Give Local Ct Community FoundationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR LITCHFIELD PERFORMING ARTS & CT LEAGUE OF HISTORY ORGANIZATIONS. | Waterbury, CT | $2K | 2023 |
| John Read Middle School PtaGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT - PLAY SPONSORSHIP. | Redding, CT | $500 | 2023 |
| Redding Historical SocietyGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Redding, CT | $500 | 2023 |
| Connecticut News Project Inc (Ct Mirror)SUPPORT FOR INDEPENDENT NEWS. | Hartford, CT | $325 | 2023 |
| Preservation ConnecticutPRESERVATION SPONSORSHIP MEMBERSHIP. | Hamden, CT | $250 | 2023 |
| Connecticut Rise Network IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | New Haven, CT | $100K | 2022 |
| National Center For The Improvement Of Educational Assessment IncTO SUPPORT NORWALK PUBLIC SCHOOLS ASSESSMENT STRATEGY. | Dover, NH | $20K | 2022 |
| New Pond Farm Education CenterTO SUPPORT NEW POND FARM EDUCATION CENTER. | Redding, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Norwalk River Valley TrailRIDGEFIELD RAMBLE MATCHING GRANT | Georgetown, CT | $4K | 2022 |
| Norwalk Art SpaceFIRST ANNIVERSARY DONATION | Norwalk, CT | $500 | 2022 |
| Redding Land TrustSUMMER EVENTS SPONSORSHIP. | Redding, CT | $350 | 2022 |
| Fairfield County Community Foundation Collective Impact Opportunity FundSUPPORT FOR EDUCATIONAL IMPROVEMENT IN NORWALK, CONNECTICUT. | Norwalk, CT | $250K | 2020 |
| Fairfied County Community Foundationspreadmusicnow FundGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Norwalk, CT | $175K | 2020 |
| Fairfied County Community Foundation Social Venture Partners FundGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | Norwalk, CT | $5K | 2020 |
| Open Door Shelter IncCOVID EMERGENCY RELIEF. | Norwalk, CT | $325 | 2020 |
| Carver Foundation Of NorwalkCOVID EMERGENCY RELIEF. | Norwalk, CT | $250 | 2020 |
| Ct News ProjectSUPPORT FOR THE PURPOSE OF INFORMING ABOUT PUBLIC POLICY. | Hartford, CT | $150 | 2020 |