BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC
LANSING, MI, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
27-1076561
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
AI Summary
The Bennie C. Wickens Foundation Inc, a 501(c)(3) organization, has committed $100,000 in grants to support 16 grantees in 2024. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of its profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

GREATER LANSING FOOD BANK
LANSING, MI
$150K
14%
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
KALAMAZOO, MI
$110K
10%

HOLY CROSS SERVICES INC
Saginaw, MI
$97.5K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$7.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC?
Yes. BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC give?
BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan and Hawaii. 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 BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $100 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include GREATER LANSING FOOD BANK, BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS, and HOLY CROSS SERVICES INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BENNIE C WICKENS FOUNDATION INC?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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