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The Benzak Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates on an invitation-only basis, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $300K across 29 grantees, emphasizing its selective engagement with nonprofits. Organizations interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation
Reston, VA
$346K
16%

ISLAND TRAILS NETWORK
Kodiak, AK
$270.5K
12%

RHODE ISLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK ASSOCIATION
Providence, RI
$132K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BENZAK FOUNDATION?
No. BENZAK FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BENZAK FOUNDATION give?
BENZAK FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are BENZAK FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BENZAK FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BENZAK FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BENZAK FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $300 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BENZAK FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, BENZAK FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation, ISLAND TRAILS NETWORK, and RHODE ISLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BENZAK FOUNDATION?
BENZAK FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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