Joan Bentinck-Smith Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joan Bentinck-Smith Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Cotuit, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $93,000 | 12 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 1 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 1 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Joan Bentinck-Smith Charitable 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 Joan Bentinck-Smith Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cotuit Federated Church | General charitable purpose | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan H Seder
- Patricia B Harris
- Lisa Kirkwood
- Michael Bentinck-Smith
Questions people ask
Does Joan Bentinck-Smith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joan Bentinck-Smith Charitable Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Joan Bentinck-Smith Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jonathan H Seder (Trustee), Patricia B Harris (Trustee), Lisa Kirkwood (Trustee) and Michael Bentinck-Smith (Trustee).
What does Joan Bentinck-Smith Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.