The Helen Benham Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Helen Benham Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$42,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$963,212
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $46,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $35,800 | 7 | $906,598 |
| 2024 | $46,000 | 12 | $847,953 |
| 2025 | $42,500 | 9 | $963,212 |
How to apply
The Helen Benham 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $22,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Island Grown Initiative | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Save the Children | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Soho Alliance | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Vineyard Conservation Society | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Circuit Arts | Charitable | $3,000 |
| The Wakeman Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Martha's Vineyard Island Housing Trust | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Helen V Benham
- Mary Mobley
- Maurice Robinson
Questions people ask
Does The Helen Benham Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Helen Benham Foundation give?
$42,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Helen Benham Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Helen V Benham (Trustee/Director), Mary Mobley (Director) and Maurice Robinson (Director).