Benge Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Benge Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bend, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,050 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $3,100. 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$14,050
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$3,100
- Assets$159,804
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,750 the year before.
36% 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 | $7,750 | 13 | $148,551 |
| 2024 | $7,750 | 13 | $155,293 |
| 2025 | $14,050 | 17 | $159,804 |
How to apply
Benge 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 Benge Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 13 | $10,350 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,600 |
| California | 3 | $1,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Friends of the Dhamma | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $3,100 |
| Sanghata Foundation | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $2,600 |
| Oregon Natural Desert Association | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $1,000 |
| Individual | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $1,000 |
| Deschutes Land Trust | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $1,000 |
| Kids Center | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Individual | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Volunteers in Medicine | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Individual | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Individual | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Central Oregon Trail Association | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Latino Community Association | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Friendship Foundation | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Humane Society of Central Oregon | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Individual | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $350 |
| Ronald McDonald House la | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $250 |
| Individual | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Benge
- S Scott Benge
- Karen Benge
- S Bryce Benge
- Jaclyn Benge
- CJ Meston
Questions people ask
Does Benge Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benge Family Foundation give?
$14,050 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Benge Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Benge (President), S Scott Benge (Treasurer), Karen Benge (Director) and S Bryce Benge (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Benge Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.