Benzak Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Benzak Foundation is a private foundation in Rye, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $300,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $300,000 the year before.
36% 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 | $300,000 | 13 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $300,000 | 11 | $7.8 million |
| 2025 | $300,000 | 11 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
Benzak 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 Benzak Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 3 | $100,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $65,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $25,000 |
| Nevada | 3 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Wheeler School | To further donee's exempt purpose | $80,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University Libraries | Dean's discretionary fund | $65,000 |
| Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation | To further donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Tahoe Fund | To further donee's exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Island Trails Network | To further donee's exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Larchmont Mamaroneck Hunger Task Force | To further donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Sail Newport | To further donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Star Kids Scholarship Program | To further donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Bishop Manogue Catholic High School | To further donee's exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Lake Tahoe School | To further donee's exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Tahoe Rim Trail Association | To further donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Caroline A Benzak Higginbotham
- Christopher L Benzak
- Jeffrey J Benzak
Questions people ask
Does Benzak Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benzak Foundation give?
$300,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Benzak Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Caroline A Benzak Higginbotham (President, Director), Christopher L Benzak (VP and Treasurer, Director) and Jeffrey J Benzak (VP and Secretary, Director).
What does Benzak Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.