Benzon Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Benzon Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Landrum, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $335,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$335,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
65% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 5 | $17.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 14 | $18.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 20 | $0 |
How to apply
Benzon 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 Benzon Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 3 | $410,000 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $276,000 |
| South Carolina | 6 | $179,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $55,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $4,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Three Saints Church | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $335,000 |
| UNC Health Cancer Fdn | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $150,000 |
| UNC Health Foundation | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $100,000 |
| Glassy Mountain Fire Fdn | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Seymour Pink | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Make A Wish South Carolina | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Turning Point USA South Carolina | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $50,000 |
| American Vet Dogs | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Camperdown Academy | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Animal Recovery Mission | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $30,000 |
| Foothills Humane Society | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $25,000 |
| The Forman School | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $25,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $25,000 |
| The Salvation Army | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $10,000 |
| S C Special Olympics | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Idefine Inc | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $4,500 |
| Southern Rootsidefine Inc | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $4,000 |
| Bark Nation | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Transylvania Habitat for Humanity | To support the charitable activities of the organization. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Benzon
Questions people ask
Does Benzon Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benzon Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs Benzon Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Eric Benzon (Pres, VP, Sec, Treas).
What does Benzon Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and animals.