Ben G Barnett Fnd Trust
Preselected recipients only
Ben G Barnett Fnd Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $161,235 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $3,449 and the largest $28,734. 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$161,235
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$3,449
- Largest grant$28,734
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was up from $140,669 the year before.
4% 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 | $133,756 | 24 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $140,669 | 26 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $161,235 | 27 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Ben G Barnett Fnd Trust 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 Ben G Barnett Fnd Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 20 | $135,779 |
| California | 1 | $5,760 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,760 |
| Colorado | 2 | $4,604 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,449 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,003 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $2,880 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas | General | $28,734 |
| Dallas Baptist University | General | $14,383 |
| Scottish Rite for Children | General | $11,503 |
| Dallas Home for the Jewish Aged | General | $11,503 |
| Congregation Shearith Israel | General | $11,503 |
| Hadassah Medical Center Dallas Chapter Hadassah | General | $5,760 |
| Jewish Community Center | General | $5,760 |
| Salesmanship Club | General | $5,760 |
| United Negro College Fund | General | $5,760 |
| City of Hope Guild Co | General | $5,760 |
| Jerry M Lewis MD Mental Health Research Foundation | General | $5,760 |
| The Catholic Foundation | General | $5,760 |
| University of Dallas | General | $5,760 |
| The Salvation Army TX Div HQ | General | $3,449 |
| The Western Massachusetts Training Consortium | General | $3,449 |
| National Jewish Health | General | $3,449 |
| National Conference for Community and Justice | General | $3,003 |
| American Foundation for the Blind | General | $2,880 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | General | $2,880 |
| Children's Medical Center Foundation | General | $2,880 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Dallas | General | $2,880 |
| Board of Regents of the University of Texas System | General | $2,880 |
| United Way of Metropolitan Dallas | General | $2,880 |
| Young Men's Christian Assoc | General | $2,294 |
| American Jewish Committee | General | $1,725 |
| St Philip's School & Community Center | General | $1,725 |
| Amc Cancer Research Center | General | $1,155 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
- Jay W Ungerman
- John Round Esq
Questions people ask
Does Ben G Barnett Fnd Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ben G Barnett Fnd Trust give?
$161,235 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $3,449.
Who runs Ben G Barnett Fnd Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Co-Trustee), Jay W Ungerman (Co-Trustee) and John Round Esq (Co-Trustee).
What does Ben G Barnett Fnd Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.