Stanton & Ernestine Bennett Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Stanton & Ernestine Bennett Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $42,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$42,000
- Assets$840,682
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $45,000 | 4 | $764,728 |
| 2024 | $47,000 | 3 | $779,225 |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 2 | $840,682 |
How to apply
Stanton & Ernestine Bennett Charitable Trust 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 Stanton & Ernestine Bennett Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 1 | $42,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Intercultural Development Research Institute | Support of the program mission of support and new research in intercultural development. | $42,000 |
| Sound Experience | Support of the organization program fostering environmental sustainability, youth development and maritime careers through shipboard programs aboard the schooner adventuress on the waters of the salish sea. | $8,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Milton Bennett
Questions people ask
Does Stanton & Ernestine Bennett Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stanton & Ernestine Bennett Charitable Trust give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Stanton & Ernestine Bennett Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Milton Bennett (Trustee).
What does Stanton & Ernestine Bennett Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, science and research and environment and conservation.