Benson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyEvergreen, Colorado · EIN 43-1969687 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$725K
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$4.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $40,000.
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
33% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Resource Advocates | Boulder, CO | Program support | $150,000 |
| Renewable Northwest | Portland, OR | General support | $115,000 |
| International Development Enterprises | Golden, CO | General support | $100,000 |
| Metro Denver Habitat for Humanity | Denver, CO | General support | $50,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Denver, CO | General support | $40,000 |
| National Repertory Orchestra | Breckenridge, CO | General support | $35,000 |
| American Friends Service Committee | Philadelphia, PA | General support | $30,000 |
| Community Partners | Los Angeles, CA | General support | $30,000 |
| World Central Kitchens | Washington, DC | Program support | $30,000 |
| Co Outdoor Ed Center | Florissant, CO | General support | $25,000 |
| Evergreen Christian Outreach | Evergreen, CO | General support | $25,000 |
| Blue Mountain Action Council | Walla Walla, WA | General support | $20,000 |
| Blue Spruce Habitat for Humantiy | Evergreen, CO | General support | $15,000 |
| Denver Indian Family Resource Center | Lakewood, CO | General support | $15,000 |
| Outdoor Lab | Evergreen, CO | Pro | $15,000 |
| Big City Mountaineers | Denver, CO | Program support | $10,000 |
| Mt Evans Home Health & Hospice | Evergreen, CO | General support | $10,000 |
| The Carter Center | Atlanta, GA | General support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $725,000 | 18 |
| 2024 | $714,000 | 18 |
| 2023 | $787,000 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621189349101372
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-1969687
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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