Bent Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyLake Geneva, Wisconsin · EIN 26-2423639 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$126K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$8,000
Total assets$3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $25,000.
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
90% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nature Conservancy | Madison, WI | Environmental charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| John G Shedd Aquarium | Chicago, IL | Educational charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| Griffin Museum of Science & Industry | Chicago, IL | Educational charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| American Friends of Canadian Conservation | Bellingham, WA | Environmental charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Raincoast Conservation Foundation | Seattle, WA | Environmental charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Lake Forest Open Lands Association | Lake Forest, IL | Enviromental charitable purpose | $8,000 |
| Greenwood Wildilfe Rehabilitation Center | Boulder, CO | Environmental charitable purpose | $6,000 |
| Cal-Wood Education Center | Jamestown, CO | Educational charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Dharma's Garden | Boulder, CO | Educational charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Jarrow Montessori School Inc | Boulder, CO | Educational charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $126,000 | 10 |
| 2024 | $110,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $113,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601359349100015
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-2423639
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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