Bennington Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bennington Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $8,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $4,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$8,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$138,561
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2,325 the year before.
80% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2,498 | 5 | $95,130 |
| 2023 | $2,325 | 7 | $128,308 |
| 2024 | $8,000 | 5 | $138,561 |
How to apply
Bennington 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 Bennington Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Hebrew Congregation | A community grounded in the values of reform judaisma community grounded in the values of reform judaism | $4,000 |
| Hebrew Congregation at Broken Sound | Advance the richness of jewish values and traditions through study, work and acts of loving kindness | $2,000 |
| United Jewish Federation Greater Pittsburgh | Enhances the quality of life for all members of the jewish community | $1,000 |
| Spanish River Concert | Promote spanish music concertspromote spanish music concerts | $500 |
| The No White Flags Project | Various bathroom amenities for physically challenged individuals | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marilyn Shapera
- Todd Levitt
- Jodi Yeager
- Dr Gerald Levine
Questions people ask
Does Bennington Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bennington Foundation Inc give?
$8,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Bennington Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Marilyn Shapera (President), Todd Levitt (Vice President), Jodi Yeager (Secretary/Treasurer) and Dr Gerald Levine (Board Member).
What does Bennington Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.