The Dianne and Michael Bienes Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Dianne and Michael Bienes Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $250,450 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$250,450
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $138,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $138,000 | 4 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $250,450 | 6 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Dianne and Michael Bienes Charitable Foundation Inc 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 The Dianne and Michael Bienes Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $244,000 |
| New York | 1 | $6,450 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Hospital | Donation to non-profit hospital | $100,000 |
| American Friends of Bears Foundation Inc | Support of bears foundation-medical research | $100,000 |
| Broward Public Library Foundation | Donation in support of the library system | $25,000 |
| St Thomas Aquinas High School | Donation to educational organization | $15,000 |
| American Association of Order of Malta | Donation to religious organization | $6,450 |
| St John the Baptist Catholic Church | Donation to church | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dianne Bienes
- Adriaan O Grobbelaar
Questions people ask
Does The Dianne and Michael Bienes Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dianne and Michael Bienes Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$250,450 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Dianne and Michael Bienes Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Dianne Bienes (President, Director) and Adriaan O Grobbelaar (Vice Pres; Sec; Director).
What does The Dianne and Michael Bienes Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.