Larry Benaroya Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Larry Benaroya Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mercer Island, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $17.0 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $8.6 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$17.0 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$8.6 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2025 was up from $11.5 million the year before.
72% 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 | $1.6 million | 25 | $25.5 million |
| 2024 | $11.5 million | 25 | $15.9 million |
| 2025 | $17.0 million | 18 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Larry R Benaroya 18300 Cascade Avenue 220, Seattle, WA 98188 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (425) 440-6700 |
| What to submit | Written proposal |
| Restrictions | The larry benaroya family foundation is narrowly limited in scope both as to geographic location and to program services. |
What Larry Benaroya Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 14 | $16.7 million |
| California | 1 | $300,000 |
| New York | 2 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | Unrestricted | $8.6 million |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center | Unrestricted | $7.4 million |
| Overlake Service League | Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Unrestricted | $300,000 |
| College Success Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Bellevue Schools Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Bertschi Fund | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Museum of NW Art | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Arboretum Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Fifth Avenue Theatre Association | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Rainier Scholars | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Center for New American Media | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Filling the Gaps | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Greater Tacoma Christian Laymen's Outreach | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Rose International Fund for Children | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Kline Galland | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry R Benaroya
- Sherry-Lee Benaroya
- Brooke E Dickson
- Michael J Benaroya
Questions people ask
Does Larry Benaroya Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Larry Benaroya Family Foundation give?
$17.0 million in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Larry Benaroya Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Larry R Benaroya (President), Sherry-Lee Benaroya (Secretary/Treasurer), Brooke E Dickson (Director) and Michael J Benaroya (Director).
What does Larry Benaroya Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.