Edna B and Bruno Benna Foundation
Historical FunderReno, Nevada · EIN 88-0367131 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | CHRISTOPHER BENNA |
|---|---|
| Address | 8390 PANORAMA DRIVE, RENO NV 89511 |
| Phone | 7757426920 |
| Form and materials | INCLUDE PROOF OF IRS 501(C)(C) STATUS |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | TO 510(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS |
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
7% of grants went outside Nevada.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unr Foundation | Reno, NV | General contribution | $62,560 |
| Bishop Manogue Catholic High School | Reno, NV | General contribution | $26,000 |
| Community Health Alliance of N Nv | Reno, NV | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Northern Nevada Italian Assoc | Reno, NV | General contribution | $9,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club | Yerrington, NV | General contribution | $5,500 |
| Artown | Reno, NV | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Carmel of Our Lady of the Mountains | Reno, NV | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Institute for Young Dramatic Voices | San Diego, CA | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Little Flower Church | Reno, NV | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Northern Nevada Food Bank | Sparks, NV | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Reno Philharmonic | Reno, NV | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Sierra Nevada Journeys | Reno, NV | General contribution | $5,000 |
| St Teresa of Avila School | Carson City, NV | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Truckee Tahoe Community Foundation | Truckee, CA | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Pbs Reno | Reno, NV | General contribution | $2,500 |
| Roman Catholic Diocese of Reno | Reno, NV | General contribution | $2,500 |
| Sky Tavern | Reno, NV | General contribution | $2,500 |
| Sierra Kids Foundation | Reno, NV | General contribution | $1,500 |
| Bruka Theater | Reno, NV | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Bubhugs Foundation | Reno, NV | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Reno, NV | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Eddy House | Reno, NV | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Sierra Nevada Ballet | Reno, NV | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Sierra School of the Performing Art | Sparks, NV | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Nevada Humane Society | Reno, NV | General contribution | $500 |
| Reno Bike Project | Reno, NV | General contribution | $500 |
| Tahoe-Pyramid Bikeway | Reno, NV | General contribution | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $174,560 | 27 |
| 2024 | $229,795 | 19 |
| 2023 | $192,810 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 1, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601219349101420
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-0367131
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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