TUA Benson P Blake Char Trust
Preselected recipients only
TUA Benson P Blake Char Trust is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $83,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$83,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $72,000 the year before.
42% 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 | $66,500 | 19 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $72,000 | 20 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $83,500 | 19 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
TUA Benson P Blake Char Trust 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 TUA Benson P Blake Char Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 3 | $25,000 |
| Connecticut | 7 | $24,500 |
| Maine | 3 | $13,000 |
| New York | 2 | $8,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ Church | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Warm Center | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Stonington Free Library | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| YMCA - Mystic Branch | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Union Congregational Church | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Maine Island Trail Association | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Maine Coast Heritage Trust | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| The Maurice C la Grua Center | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Brass Foundation | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Maine Seacoast Mission | Unrestricted general | $3,000 |
| Epoch Times Association Inc | Unrestricted general | $3,000 |
| Stonington Cemetery Association | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
| Swedish Womens Educational Assoc | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Stonington Historical Society | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Stonington Community Center | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Mystic Seaport Museum Inc | Unrestricted general | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
- Helen D Blake
Questions people ask
Does TUA Benson P Blake Char Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does TUA Benson P Blake Char Trust give?
$83,500 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs TUA Benson P Blake Char Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee) and Helen D Blake (Co-Fiduciary).
What does TUA Benson P Blake Char Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and environment and conservation.