Be Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Be Foundation is a private foundation in Redding, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $98,477 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$98,477
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $177,368 the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $177,368 | 14 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $98,477 | 10 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
Be 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Be Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 9 | $78,477 |
| Maine | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Intempo | General operating support. | $40,000 |
| Mark Twain Library | Frog frolic, puddn'head festival, art show sponsorships. | $20,000 |
| The Eddy School | General operating support. | $20,000 |
| Georgetown Village Restoration | General operating support - georgetown day sponsorship. | $5,000 |
| Social Ventures Partners Inc | General operating support fundraising match. | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Redding | Youth music & art program. | $5,000 |
| Spreadmusicnow Inc | General operating support fundraising match. | $2,127 |
| Ctdata Collaborative | General operating support. | $1,000 |
| Connecticut News Project Inc (CT Mirror) | Monthly contributions for independent journalism | $300 |
| Redding Elementary School PTA | Support for student theatrical production. | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory S Young
- Richard J Wenning
Questions people ask
Does Be Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Be Foundation give?
$98,477 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Be Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregory S Young (Director) and Richard J Wenning (Executive Director).
What does Be Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.