Glass Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Glass Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bentonville, Arkansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $337,500 and the largest $337,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.4 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$337,500
- Largest grant$337,500
- Assets$43.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $987,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $882,000 | 8 | $20.5 million |
| 2024 | $987,000 | 8 | $35.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 4 | $43.6 million |
How to apply
Glass Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Glass Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 2 | $675,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $337,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $337,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Benny Hinn Ministries | Charitable - where most needed | $337,500 |
| Jentezen Franklin Ministries | Charitable - where most needed | $337,500 |
| Life Outreach International | Charitable - where most needed | $337,500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable - where most needed | $337,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth A Glass
- Dayna A Martz
Questions people ask
Does Glass Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Glass Family Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $337,500.
Who runs Glass Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth A Glass (Director/President) and Dayna A Martz (Director/Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Glass Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.