C E Bennett Foundation
Preselected recipients only
C E Bennett Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $510,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $16,800 and the largest $100,000. 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$510,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$16,800
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$10.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $484,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $481,000 | 15 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $484,000 | 15 | $10.2 million |
| 2025 | $510,000 | 15 | $10.9 million |
How to apply
C E Bennett 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 C E Bennett Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Delaware.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 7 | $324,650 |
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $168,700 |
| New York | 1 | $16,650 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Symphony Orchestra | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Kennett Area Community Service | Charitable | $80,000 |
| Silverside Church | Charitable | $79,000 |
| Delaware Art Museum | Charitable | $61,650 |
| Brandywine Red Clay Alliance | Charitable | $42,000 |
| Abc Lab (University of Delaware) | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Food Bank of Delaware | Charitable | $27,000 |
| Janus School Scholarship Fund | Charitable | $16,800 |
| Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School | Charitable | $16,650 |
| Delaware Museum of Nature & Science | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Brandywine Valley SPCA | Charitable | $10,400 |
| Whyy | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kennett Library | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Friendship House | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Camp Dream Catcher | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Karl E Bennett
- David Bennett
- Linda B Frick
Questions people ask
Does C E Bennett Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does C E Bennett Foundation give?
$510,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $16,800.
Who runs C E Bennett Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Karl E Bennett (President), David Bennett (Vice President) and Linda B Frick (Treasurer).
What does C E Bennett Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.