Benck Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Benck Family Foundation is a private foundation in Naperville, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $600,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $320,000. 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$600,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $400,000 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 | $355,000 | 10 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $400,000 | 10 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $600,000 | 10 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
Benck Family 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 Benck Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $600,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Loaves & Fishes Community Services | General | $320,000 |
| Naperville Heritage Society | General | $120,000 |
| Little Friends | General | $100,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General | $25,000 |
| The Art Institute of Chicago | General | $10,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | General | $10,000 |
| Wayside Cross Ministries | General | $5,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | General | $5,000 |
| Cals Angels | General | $2,500 |
| The Night Ministry | General | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Benck
Questions people ask
Does Benck Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benck Family Foundation give?
$600,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Benck Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Diane Benck (Trustee).
What does Benck Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.