Charles E Benidt Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Charles E Benidt Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Elm Grove, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$2.6 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$69.2 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8.3 million the year before.
28% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8.3 million | 30 | $65.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 27 | $69.2 million |
How to apply
Charles E Benidt 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
What Charles E Benidt Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 18 | $2.1 million |
| Arizona | 4 | $294,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $200,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Medical College of Wi | Scholarships rural campuses | $500,000 |
| Meta House | Capital campaign | $500,000 |
| Sojourner Family Peace Center | General operating | $250,000 |
| Journey House | General operating & citizenship program | $200,000 |
| Our Next Generation | Summer program & program director | $130,000 |
| LCMS World Missions | Missionary support | $120,000 |
| Penfield Children's Center | Program & service support | $115,000 |
| Medical College of Wi | Pathways program | $100,000 |
| Milwaukee College Prep | Alumni program | $100,000 |
| New Pathways for Youth | Infrastructure | $100,000 |
| Phoenix Rescue Mission | Transformaing lives & changing lives program support | $100,000 |
| Concordia Seminary Adopt A Student | Scholarships | $80,000 |
| New Way Academy | Theater update | $59,000 |
| Audio & Brail Literacy Enhancement | General operating | $50,000 |
| Feeding America | General operating | $50,000 |
| The Salvation Army - Phoenix | General operating | $35,000 |
| The Salvation Army - Milwaukee | General operating | $30,000 |
| The Women's Center | Emergency shelter & transitional living programs | $30,000 |
| Meta House | Program support | $25,000 |
| Exponent Philanthropy | General operating | $5,000 |
| Blessings in A Backpack | General operating | $5,000 |
| Loretto Medical Clinic | General operating | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Hurricane helene relief | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Wi | General operating | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Eastern Wi | General operating | $5,000 |
| Golden Opportunities Partnerships | General operating | $2,500 |
| St Augustine Preparatory Academy | General operating | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy M Bonniwell
- James L Mohr
- Mark Miller
- Shobha Warren
- Amanda Hiatt
- Jerry Wick
Questions people ask
Does Charles E Benidt Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles E Benidt Foundation Inc give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Charles E Benidt Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy M Bonniwell (Director), James L Mohr (Vice President), Mark Miller (Treasurer) and Shobha Warren (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Charles E Benidt Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.