Bente Engelstoft Foundation
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 84-3805227 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,037 and $5,165.
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
100% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ali Forney Center | New York, NY | General Assistance | $5,165 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | Pasadena, CA | General Assistance | $1,050 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Atlanta, GA | General Assistance | $1,037 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($1,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,252 | 4 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 |
| 2023 | $14,995 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611349349104906
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-3805227
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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