Be Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyRedding, Connecticut · EIN 45-4678127 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$98K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$7.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
10% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intempo | Stamford, CT | General operating support. | $40,000 |
| Mark Twain Library | Redding, CT | Frog frolic, puddn'head festival, art show sponsorships. | $20,000 |
| The Eddy School | Newry, ME | General operating support. | $20,000 |
| Georgetown Village Restoration | Georgetown, CT | General operating support - georgetown day sponsorship. | $5,000 |
| Social Ventures Partners Inc | Westport, CT | General operating support fundraising match. | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Redding | Redding, CT | Youth music & art program. | $5,000 |
| Spreadmusicnow Inc | Redding, CT | General operating support fundraising match. | $2,127 |
| Ctdata Collaborative | Glastonbury, CT | General operating support. | $1,000 |
| Connecticut News Project Inc (Ct Mirror) | Hartford, CT | Monthly contributions for independent journalism | $300 |
| Redding Elementary School PTA | Redding, CT | Support for student theatrical production. | $50 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $98,477 | 10 |
| 2023 | $177,368 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 2, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503069349100500
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-4678127
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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