Mark and Debbie Benson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyFestus, Missouri · EIN 46-2142191 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$72K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$23K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
0% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valle Schools | Ste Genevieve, MO | General fund | $20,000 |
| Annual Catholic Appeal | St Louis, MO | General fund | $13,000 |
| Mater Media | Ellisville, MO | General fund | $10,000 |
| Community of Transcendent Men | Festus, MO | General fund | $10,000 |
| Our Lady Church | Festus, MO | General fund | $5,000 |
| St Joseph Radio | St Peters, MO | General fund | $5,000 |
| Cape Girardeau Public School Foundation | Cape Girardeau, MO | General fund | $2,500 |
| Jackson R-2 Foundation | Jackson, MO | General fund | $2,500 |
| Benson Scholarship Account | Monroe City, MO | General fund | $2,500 |
| Festus Football Booster | Festus, MO | General fund | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $72,500 | 10 |
| 2023 | $66,200 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533149349102428
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-2142191
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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