Benge Willard
Preselected recipients only
Benge Willard is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $862 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $431 and the largest $431. 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$862
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$431
- Largest grant$431
- Assets$80,865
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1,430 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 | $2,256 | 2 | $67,588 |
| 2024 | $1,430 | 2 | $71,400 |
| 2025 | $862 | 2 | $80,865 |
How to apply
Benge Willard 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 Benge Willard funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $431 |
| Utah | 1 | $431 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mormon Tabernacle Choir | Project support | $431 |
| The Sierra Club Foundation | Project support | $431 |
Officers and trustees
- The Central Trust Bank
Questions people ask
Does Benge Willard accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benge Willard give?
$862 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $431.
Who runs Benge Willard?
Its 2025 filing lists The Central Trust Bank (Trustee).
What does Benge Willard fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.