Michael P Bennett Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Michael P Bennett Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $82,500 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$82,500
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$122,031
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $57,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $17,500 | 11 | $114,076 |
| 2024 | $57,000 | 22 | $143,281 |
| 2025 | $82,500 | 27 | $122,031 |
How to apply
Michael P Bennett Foundation Inc 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 Michael P Bennett Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 15 | $58,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $9,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $7,000 |
| Vermont | 4 | $4,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $2,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Xaverian High School | Educational | $25,000 |
| Individual | Educational | $10,000 |
| Individual | Medical | $6,000 |
| Individual | Social assistance | $5,000 |
| Individual | Medical | $5,000 |
| Individual | Educational | $4,000 |
| Individual | Educational | $3,000 |
| Carmel Richmond Nursing Home | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Chest Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Individual | Medical | $2,000 |
| St Joseph Indian School | Social assistance | $2,000 |
| The Center for Discovery | Medical | $1,500 |
| Individual | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,000 |
| Norwegian Christian Home | Medical | $1,000 |
| Individual | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| St Dominick's Outreach | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Individual | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Individual | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Individual | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Wake Robin Nursing Home | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,000 |
| Individual | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| St Jude Hospital | Medical | $1,000 |
| Individual | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,000 |
| Individual | Educational | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael P Bennett
- Karen E Smith
- John Demas
Questions people ask
Does Michael P Bennett Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael P Bennett Foundation Inc give?
$82,500 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Michael P Bennett Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael P Bennett (President), Karen E Smith (Treasurer) and John Demas (Secretary).
What does Michael P Bennett Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.