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Bennie C Wickens Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in LANSING, MI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2011. It holds total assets of $1.6M. Annual income is reported at $86K. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Michigan. According to available records, Bennie C Wickens Foundation Inc. has made 12 grants totaling $113K, with a median grant of $9K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $15K, with an average award of $9K. The foundation has supported 12 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Michigan and Hawaii. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$8K
Largest Grant
$15K
Based on 14 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.
Bennie C Wickens Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 12 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MI, HI.
Bennie C Wickens Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $113K across 12 grants. The median grant size is $9K, with an average of $9K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $15K.
Bennie C Wickens Foundation Inc. is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (271076561) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Bennie C Wickens Foundation Inc. is headquartered in LANSING, MI. While based in MI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Wickens | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Theresa A Wickens | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Cynthia M Knowlton | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Connie L Wickens | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kimberly Beck | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kristen Johnson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$111K
Total Assets
$1.7M
Fair Market Value
$1.9M
Net Worth
$1.7M
Grants Paid
$94K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$53K
Distribution Amount
$87K
Total: N/A
Total Grants
12
Total Giving
$113K
Average Grant
$9K
Median Grant
$9K
Unique Recipients
12
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Brothers Big SistersMENTORING MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH | Lansing, MI | $13K | 2022 |
| St Vincent De Paul SocietySERVICES AND FOOD TO THE UNDERPRIVILEGED | Lansing, MI | $15K | 2022 |
| Holy Cross ServicesFOR CHILDCARE PROGRAM | Saginaw, MI | $15K | 2022 |
| Greater Lansing Food BankEMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE | Lansing, MI | $15K | 2022 |
| E Global FamilyADVANCED EDUCATION PROGRAM | Honolulu, HI | $13K | 2022 |
| Redeemer ChurchFOR CHILD CARE PROGRAM | Lansing, MI | $13K | 2022 |
| Petals And PineconesMENTORSHIP FOR YOUNG WOMEN | Lansing, MI | $5K | 2022 |
| Give-A-Kid ProjectFINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO THE UNDERPRIVILEGED | Holt, MI | $5K | 2022 |
| Community Baptist Church Of LansingSERVICES AND FOOD TO THE UNDERPRIVILEGED | Grand Ledge, MI | $5K | 2022 |
| River House IncPROVIDE SAFETY AND SERVICES TO SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC AND SEXUAL ABUSE | Grayling, MI | $5K | 2022 |
| Catholic Community Of St JudeFINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO THE UNDERPRIVILEGED | Dewitt, MI | $5K | 2022 |
| Lansing Old NewsboysPURCHASE OF CHILDREN'S FOOTWEAR FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED | Lansing, MI | $5K | 2022 |