Benz William L & Margaret L Fdn
Historical FunderPittsburgh, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-6276186 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,200 and $5,100.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SUSAN CENCIA - BNY MELLON N A |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 185, PITTSBURGH PA 15230 |
| Phone | 4122340023 |
| Form and materials | AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | N/A |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
44% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania | Indiana, PA | Scholarships | $25,300 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, PA | Scholarships | $18,000 |
| Blairsville Public Library | Blairsville, PA | General operating | $15,275 |
| Point Park University | Pittsburgh, PA | Scholarships | $10,800 |
| Gannon University | Erie, PA | Scholarships | $7,500 |
| Pennsylvania Western University of California | California, PA | Scholarships | $6,800 |
| Theil College | Greenville, PA | Scholarships | $5,100 |
| American University | Washington, DC | Scholarships | $5,100 |
| Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine | Erie, PA | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Uw Madison | Madison, WI | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Emory University | Atlanta, GA | Scholarships | $4,800 |
| Belmont University | Nashville, TN | Scholarships | $4,800 |
| Slippery Rock University | Slippery Rock, PA | Scholarships | $4,600 |
| Delaware Valley University | Doylestown, PA | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Carlow College | Pittsburgh, PA | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| North Carolina State University | Raleigh, NC | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Saint Francis University | Loretto, PA | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Robert Morris University | Moon, PA | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Ohio State University | Columbus, OH | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Florida Institute of Technology | Melbourne, FL | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Garrett College | Mchenry, MD | Scholarships | $2,200 |
| Coastal Carolina University | Conway, SC | Scholarships | $2,200 |
| University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown | Johnstown, PA | Scholarships | $2,200 |
| Black Hawk College East Campus | Galva, IL | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Westmoreland County Community College | Youngwood, PA | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL | Scholarships | $1,300 |
| Western Governors University | Millcreek, UT | Scholarships | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $157,975 | 27 |
| 2023 | $153,575 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202542809349100804
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-6276186
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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