Bennett Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bennett Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,750 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $500 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$28,750
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $11,900 the year before.
19% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $52,050 | 3 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $11,900 | 15 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $28,750 | 16 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Bennett 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 Bennett Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $20,500 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $2,000 |
| New Mexico | 3 | $1,200 |
| California | 2 | $1,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ACLU Foundation | Community Support | $20,000 |
| Duke University | education | $1,000 |
| Virginia Tech | education | $1,000 |
| NM Wild | Environment | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Community Support | $1,000 |
| NPR Network | Community Support | $1,000 |
| Animal Protection Society of Durham | Community Support | $500 |
| Carpinteria Education Foundation | Education | $500 |
| Citizens for Carpinteria Bluffs | Community Support | $500 |
| Orange County Animal Shelter | Community Support | $500 |
| Save the Saluda | Environment | $500 |
| Upstate Forever | Environment | $500 |
| Climate Science Legal Defense Fund | Environmental Work | $500 |
| Hondo Volunteer Fire Dept | Community Support | $100 |
| Santa Fe Literary Festival | Community Support | $100 |
| University of Pennsylvania | education | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Penny Bennett
- David Bennett
- Kyle Bennett
- Alexandra Bennett Ray
- William Ray
Questions people ask
Does Bennett Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bennett Family Foundation give?
$28,750 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Bennett Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Penny Bennett (President), David Bennett (Treasurer), Kyle Bennett (Director) and Alexandra Bennett Ray (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bennett Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.