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Evelyn I Benson Trust is a private corporation based in DES MOINES, IA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2004. The principal officer is Sandra B Johnson. It holds total assets of $98K. Annual income is reported at $20K. Total assets have decreased from $130K in 2011 to $101K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 1 officer or trustee. 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 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Iowa. According to available records, Evelyn I Benson Trust has made 49 grants totaling $13K, with a median grant of $200. The foundation has distributed between $6K and $7K annually from 2021 to 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $1K, with an average award of $262.918. The foundation has supported 33 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Iowa, Maryland, Minnesota, which account for 84% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 9 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$200
Average Grant
$279
Largest Grant
$1K
Based on 22 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.
Evelyn I Benson Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 49 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IA, MD, MN.
Evelyn I Benson Trust has distributed a total of $13K across 49 grants. The median grant size is $200, with an average of $262.918. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $1K.
Evelyn I Benson Trust typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Evelyn I Benson Trust is headquartered in DES MOINES, IA. While based in IA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 9 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy B Johnson | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$8K
Total Assets
$101K
Fair Market Value
$98K
Net Worth
$101K
Grants Paid
$5K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$3K
Distribution Amount
$5K
Total: $8K
Total Grants
49
Total Giving
$13K
Average Grant
$262.918
Median Grant
$200
Unique Recipients
33
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Rescue LeagueSHELTER FOR HOMELESS ANIMALS | Des Moines, IA | $1K | 2022 |
| Salvation ArmyASSISTANCE TO THE INDIGENT | Des Moines, IA | $300 | 2022 |
| Rolling Dog FarmRESCUES DISABLED DOGSRESCUING DISABLED DOGS | Lancaster, NH | $100 | 2022 |
| First Unitarian ChurchCHURCH | Des Moines, IA | $983 | 2022 |
| Food Bank Of IowaFOOD ASSISTANCE | Des Moines, IA | $700 | 2022 |
| Hope MinistriesFOOD & SHELTER FOR INDIGENT | Des Moines, IA | $400 | 2022 |
| Puppy Jake FoundationHOME FOR DISABLED ANIMALS | Des Moines, IA | $300 | 2022 |
| Des Moines Public Library FoundationPUBLIC LIBRARY | Des Moines, IA | $200 | 2022 |
| Waveland Trolley LoopHISTORICAL | Des Moines, IA | $200 | 2022 |
| Iowa Wild Bird RehabilitationIOWA BIRD REHAB | Des Moines, IA | $200 | 2022 |
| Dm Pastoral CenterCOUNSELING FOR WOMEN | Urbandale, IA | $200 | 2022 |
| On With LifeBRAIN INJURY REHABILITATION | Ankeny, IA | $200 | 2022 |
| Wing Haven FoundationBIRD SANCTUARYSUPPORT FOR WOMEN & CHILDREN | Charlotte, NC | $200 | 2022 |
| I Can Education FoundationEDUCATION | Coralville, IA | $200 | 2022 |
| Greater Des Moines Botanical GardenPUBLIC PLANT GARDENS | Des Moines, IA | $150 | 2022 |
| Alzeimers AssociationALZHEIMERS DISEASE RESEARCH | Washington, DC | $100 | 2022 |
| Macular Degeneration ResearchMACULAR DEGENERATION RESEARCH | Clarksburg, MD | $100 | 2022 |
| Seed Savers ExchangePRESERVATION OF HEIRLOOM SEEDS | Decorah, IA | $100 | 2022 |
| Caring BridgeHEALTH | Albert Lea, MN | $100 | 2022 |
| Friends Of Iowa PbsEDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING | Johnston, IA | $100 | 2022 |
| Wesley Life Meals On WheelsFOOD SERVICE FOR ELDERLY | Johnston, IA | $100 | 2022 |
| Street CollectiveSAFE TRANSPORTATION | Des Moines, IA | $100 | 2022 |
| St Jude Children'S Research HospitalCHILDRENS RESEARCH HOSPITAL | Memphis, TN | $300 | 2021 |
| Heifer InternationalHUNGER AND POVERTY | Albert Lea, MN | $275 | 2021 |
| Beaverdale Fall FestivalCOMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT | Des Moines, IA | $250 | 2021 |
| Iowa Public RadioEDUCATION RADIO | Des Moines, IA | $200 | 2021 |
| Youth Homes Of Mid AmericaYOUTH EDUCATION | Johnston, IA | $200 | 2021 |
| Wreaths Across AmericaWREATHS ACROSS AMERICA | Columbia Falls, ME | $200 | 2021 |
| Holy Trinity School Endowment FundCATHOLIC EDUCATION | Des Moines, IA | $100 | 2021 |
| National Park FoundationNATIONAL PARKS | Baltimore, MD | $100 | 2021 |
| Alzeimers Disease ResearchALZHEIMERS DISEASE RESEARCH | Clarksburg, MD | $100 | 2021 |
| Guide Dog FoundationGUIDE DOGS | Smithtown, NY | $100 | 2021 |
| Iowa Public TelevisionEDUCATION TELEVISION | Johnston, IA | $100 | 2021 |
COUNCIL BLFS, IA
MUSCATINE, IA
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