Benge Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyBend, Oregon · EIN 20-5796341 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
22% of grants went outside Oregon.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Friends of the Dhamma | Portland, OR | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $3,100 |
| Sanghata Foundation | White Salmon, WA | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $2,600 |
| Oregon Natural Desert Association | Bend, OR | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $1,000 |
| Deschutes Land Trust | Bend, OR | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $1,000 |
| Kids Center | Bend, OR | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Central Oregon Trail Association | Bend, OR | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Latino Community Association | Bend, OR | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Friendship Foundation | Redondo Beach, CA | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
| Humane Society of Central Oregon | Bend, OR | Carryout spec serv as provided in org charter | $500 |
The return also lists 8 grants to individuals ($3,850). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,050 | 17 |
| 2024 | $7,750 | 13 |
| 2023 | $7,750 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601129349100415
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-5796341
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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