Benjamin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Benjamin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $94,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$94,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $75,500 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $153,500 | 16 | $760,180 |
| 2023 | $75,500 | 13 | $824,236 |
| 2024 | $94,000 | 15 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Benjamin 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 Benjamin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 13 | $69,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $15,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Conservation League | Environmental | $15,000 |
| Boulder JCC | General support | $10,000 |
| Emergency Family Assistance Association | General support | $10,000 |
| Garden to Table | General support | $10,000 |
| Yellowstone Forever | Conservation | $10,000 |
| Impact on Education | Educational | $7,500 |
| Western Resouce Center | General support | $7,500 |
| Boulder Community Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Equality | General support | $5,000 |
| I Have A Dream Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Boulder Bridge House | General support | $2,500 |
| Boulder Open Space | Conservation | $2,500 |
| Community Food Share | General support | $2,500 |
| TGTHR | General support | $2,000 |
| Haven Ridge | General support | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Benjamin
- Robert H Given
- Given Co
Questions people ask
Does Benjamin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benjamin Family Foundation give?
$94,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Benjamin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew Benjamin (President), Robert H Given (Secretary/Treasurer) and Given Co (Service Provider).
What does Benjamin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.