Bent Family Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Bent Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Jacksonville, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $232,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $110,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$232,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$110,500
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $213,000 the year before.
32% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $170,261 | 16 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $213,000 | 18 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $232,000 | 19 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Cary Macrae 1125 North Ellis Road, Jacksonville, FL 32254 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (904) 781-7191 |
| What to submit | Written request with supporting documentation |
What Bent Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 15 | $171,000 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $61,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Marks Episcopal Church | Charitable | $110,500 |
| Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Bolles | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Angels for Allison | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Blue Ridge Conservancy | Charitable | $5,000 |
| City Rescue Mission | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Gateway Community Services | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Linville Fdn | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Malivai Washington Youth Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sulzbacher Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Yoga 4 Change | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Operation New Hope | Charitable | $5,000 |
| North Florida Land Trust | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Johns' Riverkeeper | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Sanctuary on 8th Street | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Cummer Museum of Art & Garden | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Art With A Heart in Healthcare | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Crossnore Communities for Children | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Wolfson Children's Hospital | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia P Bent
- Patricia B Macrae
- Cary Macrae
- James V Bent Jr
- Robert P Bent
Questions people ask
Does Bent Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Bent Family Foundation Inc give?
$232,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bent Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia P Bent (President), Patricia B Macrae (Secretary), Cary Macrae (Treasurer) and James V Bent Jr (Vice Preside) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bent Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and youth programs.