Bennett Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bennett Family Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2023 it gave $84,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 and the largest $56,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$84,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$56,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2023 was up from $57,000 the year before.
25% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $57,000 | 3 | $1.6 million |
| 2023 | $84,000 | 4 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Bennett Family 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 Bennett Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 3 | $82,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St James Methodist Church | To support St. James Church and missions in India and Africa. | $56,000 |
| ORU Golden Eagle Club | To support GOBs mission to enhance the experience of ORU student-athletes by providing financial resources scholarships and other support to help them achieve success in academics athletics and personal development. | $20,000 |
| Family Builders International | To support Family Builders International efforts to demonstrating Gods love by providing shelter and resources to impoverished families and individuals in Honduras. | $6,000 |
| Younglife | To support Young Life and their mission of introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald Carl Bennett
- Andrea Gleason Bennett
- John Jason Bennett
- Alisha Roseanne Bennett
Questions people ask
Does Bennett Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bennett Family Foundation give?
$84,000 in tax year 2023, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs Bennett Family Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Donald Carl Bennett (President Director), Andrea Gleason Bennett (Vice President Director), John Jason Bennett (Secretary Director) and Alisha Roseanne Bennett (Director).
What does Bennett Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.