The Benton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Benton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $325,000 and the largest $600,000. 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 grants3
- Typical grant$325,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$26.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $990,000 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 | $990,000 | 3 | $21.1 million |
| 2024 | $990,000 | 3 | $24.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 3 | $26.4 million |
How to apply
The Benton 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 The Benton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $600,000 |
| New York | 1 | $325,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | Charitable | $600,000 |
| The Center for Study of Classical Architecture | Charitable | $325,000 |
| Stamford Museum & Nature Center | Charitable | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- F Fox Benton III
- Lucia T Benton
- Lizinka C Benton-Rzeznik
- Monica Benton
Questions people ask
Does The Benton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Benton Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $325,000.
Who runs The Benton Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists F Fox Benton III (President), Lucia T Benton (Vice-President), Lizinka C Benton-Rzeznik (Vice-President) and Monica Benton (Secretary).
What does The Benton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, science and research and environment and conservation.