The Benefield Foundation Inc
Historical FunderSaint Simons Island, Georgia · EIN 58-2292440 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50 and $3,000.
How to apply
The latest return does not include application instructions. Check the foundation's website or contact it before sending a proposal.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frederica Academy | St Simons Island, GA | General support | $30,550 |
| Uga Foundation | Athens, GA | General support | $5,500 |
| Hospice of the Golden Isles | Brunswick, GA | General support | $3,000 |
| Frederica Academy Booster Club | St Simons Island, GA | General support | $250 |
| Coastal Ga Historical Society | Savannah, GA | General support | $100 |
| Cobb Isles Youth Orchestra | Brunswick, GA | General support | $100 |
| Ga Sheriffs Association | Madison, GA | General support | $50 |
| Glynn County Vol Fire | St Simons Island, GA | General support | $25 |
The return also lists 7 grants to individuals ($3,400). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $42,975 | 15 |
| 2024 | $21,071 | 10 |
| 2023 | $15,251 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 20, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630519349100808
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 58-2292440
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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