Lawrence R Benson Foundation Inc
Historical FunderBogart, Georgia · EIN 92-3918424 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | GRANT TRIBBLE |
|---|---|
| Address | THE LAWRENCE R BENSON FOUNDATION, 134 ELDER STREET, BOGART GA 30622 |
| Phone | 7062555623 |
| Form and materials | THE FOUNDATION HAS NO FORMAL APPLICATION FORM. LETTER REQUEST IS ACCEPTABLE. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NO RESTRICTIONS. THE CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED AND SHALL BE OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE, SCIENTIFIC, RELIGIOUS AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES WITHIN THE MEANING OF SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE UNITED STATES INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OF 1986, AS AMENDED (OR THE CORRESPONDING PROVISION OF ANY FUTURE UNITED STATES INTERNAL REVENUE LAW). THE SPECIFIC PURPOSE OF THE CORPORATION IS TO SUPPORT PROGRAMS PRIMARILY IN THE AREAS OF HUMAN SOCIAL SERVICES WITH EMPHASIS ON THOSE BENEFITING THE ELDERLY AND CHILDREN; EDUCATION, INCLUDING LIBRARIES; HEALTH; AND THE ENVIRONMENT; WITH AN EMPHASIS ON THOSE PROGRAMS WITHIN THE ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY, GEORGIA AREA. |
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
0% of grants went outside Georgia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uga Foundation - Medical College | Athens, GA | Annual pledge | $200,000 |
| Uga Foundation - Terry College | Athens, GA | Benson hall annual pledge | $200,000 |
| Uga Foundation - Law School | Athens, GA | Peter shedd fund | $25,000 |
| Clarke County Mentor Program | Athens, GA | General use | $10,000 |
| Uga Foundation - Family Consumer | Athens, GA | General use | $10,000 |
| Uga Foundation - Veterinary School | Athens, GA | General use | $10,000 |
| Uga Scholarship Program | Athens, GA | General use | $10,000 |
| Uga Foundation - Terry College | Athens, GA | Gala sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Athens | Athens, GA | General use | $2,250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $472,250 | 9 |
| 2024 | $357,143 | 1 |
| 2023 | Unknown | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611289349101301
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 92-3918424
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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