Ckew Foundation Co Balestra Capitalltd
Preselected recipients only
Ckew Foundation Co Balestra Capitalltd is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $140,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$140,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $145,000 the year before.
14% 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 | $140,000 | 7 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $145,000 | 7 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $140,000 | 7 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Ckew Foundation Co Balestra Capitalltd 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $120,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food Bank for New York City | General | $30,000 |
| Hospital of Special Surgery | General | $20,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver | General | $20,000 |
| MJHS Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| The Dyslexia Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Harmony Program Inc | General | $20,000 |
| Sanctuary for Families | General | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- April Benasich
- Kristin M Benasich
- S Mei Liu
Questions people ask
Does Ckew Foundation Co Balestra Capitalltd accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ckew Foundation Co Balestra Capitalltd give?
$140,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Ckew Foundation Co Balestra Capitalltd?
Its 2025 filing lists April Benasich (Secretary, Member and Dire), Kristin M Benasich (President, Treasurer and D) and S Mei Liu (Member and Director).