Bent of the River Sanctuary Trust
Preselected recipients only
Bent of the River Sanctuary Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $691,586 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $691,586 and the largest $691,586. 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$691,586
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$691,586
- Largest grant$691,586
- Assets$16.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $691,586 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 | $691,586 | 1 | $13.6 million |
| 2024 | $691,586 | 1 | $14.8 million |
| 2025 | $691,586 | 1 | $16.5 million |
How to apply
Bent of the River Sanctuary 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 Bent of the River Sanctuary Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $691,586 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Audubon Society | General | $691,586 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Bent of the River Sanctuary Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bent of the River Sanctuary Trust give?
$691,586 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $691,586.
Who runs Bent of the River Sanctuary Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does Bent of the River Sanctuary Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.