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Benson Family Foundation is a private corporation based in EVERGREEN, CO. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2002. The principal officer is The Foundation Manager. It holds total assets of $2M. Annual income is reported at $1.9M. Total assets have grown from $1.7M in 2011 to $2M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Colorado. According to available records, Benson Family Foundation has made 53 grants totaling $2.4M, with a median grant of $28K. Annual giving has grown from $765K in 2021 to $1.6M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $6K to $300K, with an average award of $45K. The foundation has supported 19 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Colorado, Oregon, Virginia, which account for 74% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$6K
Median Grant
$27K
Average Grant
$45K
Largest Grant
$300K
Based on 18 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.
Benson Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 53 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CO, OR, VA.
Benson Family Foundation has distributed a total of $2.4M across 53 grants. The median grant size is $28K, with an average of $45K. Individual grants have ranged from $6K to $300K.
Benson Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Benson Family Foundation is headquartered in EVERGREEN, CO. While based in CO, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert S Benson | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Cynthia C Benson | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Erik B Benson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$790K
Total Assets
$2M
Fair Market Value
$3.2M
Net Worth
$2M
Grants Paid
$787K
Contributions
$430K
Net Investment Income
$66K
Distribution Amount
$131K
Total: $1M
Total Grants
53
Total Giving
$2.4M
Average Grant
$45K
Median Grant
$28K
Unique Recipients
19
Most Common Grant
$40K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Resource AdvocatesPROGRAM SUPPORT | Boulder, CO | $300K | 2022 |
| Renewable NorthwestGENERAL SUPPORT | Portland, OR | $100K | 2022 |
| Metro Denver Habitat For HumanityGENERAL SUPPORT | Denver, CO | $40K | 2022 |
| Planned ParenthoodGENERAL SUPPORT | Denver, CO | $40K | 2022 |
| AshokaGENERAL SUPPORT | Arlington, VA | $40K | 2022 |
| International Development EnterprisesGENERAL SUPPORT | Golden, CO | $40K | 2022 |
| Community Partners Fbo College MatchGENERAL SUPPORT | Los Angeles, CA | $40K | 2022 |
| American Friends Service CommitteeGENERAL SUPPORT | Philadelphia, PA | $30K | 2022 |
| Evergreen Christian OutreachGENERAL SUPPORT | Evergreen, CO | $28K | 2022 |
| Mt Evans Home Health & HospiceGENERAL SUPPORT | Evergreen, CO | $25K | 2022 |
| World Central KitchensPROGRAM SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $25K | 2022 |
| Big City MountaineersPROGRAM SUPPORT | Denver, CO | $20K | 2022 |
| The Carter CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Atlanta, GA | $20K | 2022 |
| Co Outdoor Ed CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Florissant, CO | $17K | 2022 |
| Blue Spruce Habitat For HumantiyGENERAL SUPPORT | Evergreen, CO | $15K | 2022 |
| Denver Indian Family Resource CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Lakewood, CO | $15K | 2022 |
| Blue Mountain Action CouncilGENERAL SUPPORT | Walla Walla, WA | $12K | 2022 |
| Jefferson County Library FoundationPROGRAM SUPPORT | Lakewood, CO | $6K | 2022 |