The Benedict Foundation for Independent Schools
Historical FunderVero Beach, Florida · EIN 59-2383209 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$360K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$4.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $50,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | DAVIS BENEDICT |
|---|---|
| Address | 607 LANTANA LANE, VERO BEACH FL 32961 |
| Phone | 5618660775 |
| Form and materials | SEE WEBSITE |
| Deadlines | SEE WEBSITE |
| Restrictions | SEE WEBSITE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Miami Valley School | Dayton, OH | Restricted | $250,000 |
| Indian River Land Trust | Vero Beach, FL | Restricted | $50,000 |
| Youth Sailing Foundation of Irc | Vero Beach, FL | Restricted | $25,000 |
| Mckee Botanical Gardens | Vero Beach, FL | Restricted | $15,000 |
| Southern Preparatory Academy | Camp Hill, AL | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| The Vna and Hospice Foundation | Vero Beach, FL | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $360,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $250,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523189349100222
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 59-2383209
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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