Michael L and Margie a Bennett Foundation
Invitation OnlySioux City, Iowa · EIN 27-3630915 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$227K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$12,500
Total assets$349K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
From the return
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
36% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Arnold's Park | Arnolds Park, IA | Assistance to community activities | $78,500 |
| Cca Foundation Inc | Captiva, FL | Assistance to community | $28,750 |
| Charitable Foundation of the Islands | Sanibel, FL | Assistance to community | $25,000 |
| Girls Inc | Sioux City, IA | Assistance to commnity | $20,000 |
| United Way | Sioux City, IA | Assistance to community activities | $12,500 |
| Boys Town Central Nebraska | Grand Island, NE | Assistance to community | $12,500 |
| Morningside College | Sioux City, IA | Assistance to educational activities | $10,000 |
| Shayla Bee Fund | Spencer, IA | Assistance to community activities | $10,000 |
| Sioux City Symphony | Sioux City, IA | Assistance to community activities | $10,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Chicago, IL | Assistance to community | $10,000 |
| Dickinson County Freedom Rock | Lake Park, IA | Assistance to commnity | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $227,250 | 11 |
| 2024 | $268,810 | 11 |
| 2023 | $257,500 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611349349104506
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-3630915
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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