AI Summary
The Richard Bennett Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing grants by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, emphasizing the importance of established connections in its grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Trust can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
AID TO THOSE IN NEED
Cause Areas
1
Basic and emergency aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Access College Foundation
Norfolk, VA
$293K
33%
THE SALVATION ARMY WORLD SERVICE OFFICE
Alexandria, VA
$135K
15%
WESTERN TIDEWATER FREE CLINIC INC
SUFFOLK, VA
$68.5K
8%
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$7K
Median 2nd year grant
$7.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to RICHARD BENNETT TRUST?
No. RICHARD BENNETT TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does RICHARD BENNETT TRUST give?
RICHARD BENNETT TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia and District Of Columbia. 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 RICHARD BENNETT TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from RICHARD BENNETT TRUST fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does RICHARD BENNETT TRUST make each year?
In 2024, RICHARD BENNETT TRUST awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $99 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did RICHARD BENNETT TRUST fund recently?
In 2024, RICHARD BENNETT TRUST awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include Access College Foundation, THE SALVATION ARMY WORLD SERVICE OFFICE, and WESTERN TIDEWATER FREE CLINIC INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to RICHARD BENNETT TRUST?
RICHARD BENNETT TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.