DWB Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
DWB Family Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $365,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $13,250 and the largest $53,000. 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$365,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$13,250
- Largest grant$53,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2025 was up from $348,000 the year before.
72% 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 | $350,100 | 26 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $348,000 | 26 | $7.3 million |
| 2025 | $365,000 | 25 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
DWB 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 DWB Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 16 | $220,390 |
| Utah | 1 | $53,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $50,400 |
| Iowa | 2 | $17,360 |
| Florida | 1 | $13,250 |
| New York | 1 | $10,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Warrior Raising | Veteran support | $53,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Foodbank | $32,000 |
| Colorado Dream Foundation | Youth services | $18,550 |
| Reach Out and Read Colorado | Literary outreach | $18,550 |
| Appalachian Mountain Club Foundatio | Outdoor conservation | $15,900 |
| Jefferson County Library Foundation | Community support | $15,900 |
| November Project | Fitness support | $15,900 |
| Craig Hospital Foundation | Medical research | $13,250 |
| Dogs Inc | Animal support | $13,250 |
| Friends of Vail Mountain Rescue | Rescue services | $13,250 |
| Harvest Mountain Ministries DBA J | Foodbank | $13,250 |
| Hope House Colorado | Teen parent support | $13,250 |
| Ronald McDonald House Denver | Family support | $13,250 |
| St Anthonys Health Foundation | Community outreach | $13,250 |
| The Exodus Road | Combat human trafficking | $13,250 |
| Cambridge Community Center | Community support | $10,600 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Medical services | $10,600 |
| American Red Cross | Medical services | $9,360 |
| Carin Clinic | Medical services | $9,360 |
| Jeffco Schools Foundation | Youth services | $9,360 |
| Jeffco Action Center DBA the Acti | Community outreach | $9,360 |
| The Community Table | Foodbank | $9,360 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | Foodbank | $8,000 |
| River Bend Food Bank | Foodbank | $8,000 |
| Robbies Hope Foundation | Suicide prevention | $5,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Louann Benbow
- Brian Benbow
- Natalie Baker
Questions people ask
Does DWB Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does DWB Family Foundation give?
$365,000 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $13,250.
Who runs DWB Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Louann Benbow (President), Brian Benbow (Vice Preside) and Natalie Baker (Secretary/Tr).
What does DWB Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, food and hunger and youth programs.