Benson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyDes Moines, Iowa · EIN 20-6077479 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$4,650
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$200
Total assets$97K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100 and $250.
From the return
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
18% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Unitarian Church of Des Moines | Des Moines, IA | Church | $1,000 |
| Animal Rescue League | Des Moines, IA | Shelter for homeless animals | $700 |
| Iowa Wild Bird Rehabilitation | Des Moines, IA | Iowa bird rehab | $600 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Food assistance | $500 |
| Mind & Spirit Counseling Center | Urbandale, IA | Counseling services | $250 |
| Hope Ministries | Des Moines, IA | Food & shelter for indigent | $200 |
| Perry Lutheran Home | Perry, IA | Grief counseling | $200 |
| Wing Haven Foundation | Charlotte, NC | Bird sanctuarysupport for women & children | $200 |
| The Salvation Army | Des Moines, IA | Food, shelter etc | $200 |
| VFW Auxiliary | Kansas City, MO | Veterans | $200 |
| Child Serve | Johnston, IA | Children care | $100 |
| Heifer International | Albert Lea, MN | Family poverty | $100 |
| Puppy Jake Foundation | Urbandale, IA | Home for disabled animals | $100 |
| Seed Savers Exchange | Decorah, IA | Preservation of heirloom seeds | $100 |
| Wesley Life | Johnston, IA | Provide meals | $100 |
| Special Olympics Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Disabled athletes | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,650 | 16 |
| 2024 | $4,950 | 22 |
| 2023 | $5,109 | 22 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 25, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600849349100015
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-6077479
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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