Benjamin & Margaret Hall Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Benjamin & Margaret Hall Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $298,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$298,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $258,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $258,000 | 7 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $298,000 | 7 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
Benjamin & Margaret Hall 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 Benjamin & Margaret Hall Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 5 | $198,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $60,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Combined Fund - Univ of Washington | Charitable grant | $100,000 |
| Kansas University Endowment | Charitable grant | $60,000 |
| Puget Sound Research Fund | Charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Hampshire College | Charitable grant | $40,000 |
| Rhododendron Speicies Fndn | Charitable grant | $20,000 |
| Seattle Public Library Fndn | Charitable grant | $20,000 |
| The Little School | Charitable grant | $8,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Hall
Questions people ask
Does Benjamin & Margaret Hall Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benjamin & Margaret Hall Foundation give?
$298,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Benjamin & Margaret Hall Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles Hall (President).
What does Benjamin & Margaret Hall Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.