The Bank of Bennington Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Bank of Bennington Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bennington, Vermont. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$85,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $125,000 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $125,000 | 3 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 3 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Bank of 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 3 | $85,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Little League Baseball | Little League Baseball programs | $50,000 |
| Manchester Riverwalk Association | Expanding and improving the Battenkill's Riverfront in Manchester, VT | $25,000 |
| Town of Bennington | Funding to maintain recreation and skatepark facilities | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Florence M Belnap
- James D Brown
- William W Brownlee
- Laurie T Cohen
- Jason P Morrissey
- Pamela Nemlich
- John M Ahearn
- Justin P Salem
Questions people ask
Does The Bank of Bennington Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bank of Bennington Foundation Inc give?
$85,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Bank of Bennington Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Florence M Belnap (Director), James D Brown (Director), William W Brownlee (Director) and Laurie T Cohen (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.