Doris L Benz Trust | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 04-6504871
Foundation Overview
Based in Exeter, NH, Doris L Benz Trust has awarded 153 grants totaling $3,957,512 to organizations in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Individual grants range from $3,125 to $259,087, with a median award of $14,375.
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New Applicant Friendliness
9 of 20 recipients (45%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
59% of grants are awarded in New Hampshire, with additional funding distributed across 1 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within New Hampshire, funding concentrates in Wolfeboro (12%), Concord (9%), Manchester (9%).
Funding Trajectory
Stable funding levels with 14% change over 4 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
Highly focused on general purposes with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Doris L Benz Trust's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | $251,367 | Concord, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Friends Of Rowley Council On Aging | $5,000 | Rowley, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Endicott College | $10,000 | Beverly, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Huggins Hospital | $22,500 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Doris Benz Community Center | $35,000 | Ctr Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Partners In Development | $10,000 | Ipswich, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Red Sox Foundation | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Southern Nh University | $10,000 | Manchester, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Sandwich Childrens Center | $15,000 | Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| New England Equine Rescue | $30,000 | Newbury, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Plummer Youth Promise Inc | $5,000 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Mary & Joan Elliot Charitable | $5,000 | Bedford, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Women's Friend Society | $5,000 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Castle In The Clouds | $15,525 | Moultonborough, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Vouchers For Veterans | $20,000 | Rochester, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Windrush Farm Therapeutic | $10,000 | North Andover, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Oyster River Womenade | $15,000 | Durham, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Agassiz Village | $15,000 | Framingham, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Hero Pups Inc | $13,026 | Stratham, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| Camp Hale | $10,000 | Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2024 |
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | $239,342 | Concord, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Greater Lowell Childrens Fund | $10,000 | Chelmsford, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Endicott College | $10,000 | Beverly, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Huggins Hospital | $10,000 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Doris Benz Community Center | $15,000 | Ctr Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Partners In Development | $10,000 | Ipswich, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Red Sox Foundation | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Southern Nh University | $10,000 | Manchester, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Sandwich Historical Foundation | $10,000 | Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| The Als Association | $30,000 | Westborough, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Tough Warrior Princess | $15,000 | Amesbury, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Chapman Sanctuary And Visny Woods | $10,000 | Center Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Boston Children's Hospital Trust | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Building Dreams For Marines | $20,000 | Nashua, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Center Harbor Firefighters Assoc | $20,000 | Center Harbor, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Masconomet Regional Scholarship Fun | $5,000 | Boxford, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Nashua Chamber Orchestra | $5,000 | Nashua, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Friends Of Madison Library | $14,684 | Madison, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Annie's Angels Memorial Fund | $5,000 | Stratham, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | $239,342 | Concord, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Greater Lowell Childrens Fund | $10,000 | Chelmsford, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Endicott College | $10,000 | Beverly, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Huggins Hospital | $10,000 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Doris Benz Community Center | $15,000 | Ctr Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Partners In Development | $10,000 | Ipswich, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Red Sox Foundation | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Southern Nh University | $10,000 | Manchester, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Sandwich Historical Foundation | $10,000 | Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| The Als Association | $30,000 | Westborough, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Tough Warrior Princess | $15,000 | Amesbury, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Chapman Sanctuary And Visny Woods | $10,000 | Center Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Boston Children's Hospital Trust | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Building Dreams For Marines | $20,000 | Nashua, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Center Harbor Firefighters Assoc | $20,000 | Center Harbor, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Masconomet Regional Scholarship Fun | $5,000 | Boxford, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Nashua Chamber Orchestra | $5,000 | Nashua, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Friends Of Madison Library | $14,684 | Madison, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| Annie's Angels Memorial Fund | $5,000 | Stratham, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2023 |
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | $259,087 | Concord, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Greater Lowell Childrens Fund | $20,000 | Chelmsford, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Community Caregivers Of Gtrderry | $15,000 | Derry, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Endicott College | $10,000 | Beverly, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Huggins Hospital | $25,000 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Doris Benz Community Center | $10,000 | Ctr Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Partners In Development | $10,000 | Ipswich, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Plumber Youth Promise | $7,500 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Red Sox Foundationrun To Home Base | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Southern Nh University | $10,000 | Manchester, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Windrush Farm Therapeutic Equestria | $15,000 | North Andover, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Sandwich Historical Foundation | $10,000 | Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Oyster River Womenade | $10,000 | Durham, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Castle In The Clouds | $23,100 | Moultonborough, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Full Circle Farm Therapeutic | $20,000 | Newport, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Meals On Wheels Wolfboro Area | $15,000 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Jen's Friends Cancer Foundation | $15,000 | North Conway, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Wwentworth Ambulance Service | $28,000 | Warren, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Women's Friend Society | $7,500 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | $259,087 | Concord, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Greater Lowell Childrens Fund | $20,000 | Chelmsford, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Community Caregivers Of Gtrderry | $15,000 | Derry, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Endicott College | $10,000 | Beverly, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Huggins Hospital | $25,000 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Doris Benz Community Center | $10,000 | Ctr Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Partners In Development | $10,000 | Ipswich, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Plumber Youth Promise | $7,500 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Red Sox Foundationrun To Home Base | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Southern Nh University | $10,000 | Manchester, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Windrush Farm Therapeutic Equestria | $15,000 | North Andover, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Sandwich Historical Foundation | $10,000 | Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Oyster River Womenade | $10,000 | Durham, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Castle In The Clouds | $23,100 | Moultonborough, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Full Circle Farm Therapeutic | $20,000 | Newport, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Meals On Wheels Wolfboro Area | $15,000 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Jen's Friends Cancer Foundation | $15,000 | North Conway, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Wwentworth Ambulance Service | $28,000 | Warren, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Women's Friend Society | $7,500 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | $259,087 | Concord, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Greater Lowell Childrens Fund | $20,000 | Chelmsford, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Community Caregivers Of Gtrderry | $15,000 | Derry, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Endicott College | $10,000 | Beverly, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Huggins Hospital | $25,000 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Doris Benz Community Center | $10,000 | Ctr Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Partners In Development | $10,000 | Ipswich, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Plumber Youth Promise | $7,500 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Red Sox Foundationrun To Home Base | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Southern Nh University | $10,000 | Manchester, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Windrush Farm Therapeutic Equestria | $15,000 | North Andover, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Sandwich Historical Foundation | $10,000 | Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Oyster River Womenade | $10,000 | Durham, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Castle In The Clouds | $23,100 | Moultonborough, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Full Circle Farm Therapeutic | $20,000 | Newport, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Meals On Wheels Wolfboro Area | $15,000 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Jen's Friends Cancer Foundation | $15,000 | North Conway, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Wwentworth Ambulance Service | $28,000 | Warren, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Women's Friend Society | $7,500 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2022 |
| Beverly School For The Deaf | $15,000 | Beverly, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Community Caregivers Of Gtrderry | $14,375 | Derry, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Endicott College | $10,000 | Beverly, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Huggins Hospital | $20,000 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | $244,538 | Concord, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Partners In Development | $10,000 | Ipswich, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Plumber Youth Promise | $5,000 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Red Sox Foundationrun To Home Base | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Southern Nh University | $10,000 | Manchester, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Windrush Farm Therapeutic Equestria | $10,000 | North Andover, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Sandwich Historical Foundation | $10,000 | Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Neer North Inc | $25,000 | West Newbury, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Castle In The Clouds | $10,000 | Moultonborough, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Hero Pups Inc | $20,000 | Stratham, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Worker Bee Fund | $20,000 | Goffstown, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Nashua Chamber Orchestra Inc | $10,000 | Nashua, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Freedom Fuel | $20,000 | Laconia, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Women's Friend Society | $3,125 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2021 |
| Endicott College | $10,000 | Beverly, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| New Hampshire Charitable Foundation | $221,743 | Concord, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| University Of New Hampshire Foundat | $10,000 | Durham, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Partners In Development | $10,000 | Ipswich, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Southern Nh University | $10,000 | Manchester, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Chapman Sanctuary And Visney | $5,000 | Center Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Moultonborough-sandwich Sr Citizens | $5,000 | Moultonborough, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Northeast Arc | $10,000 | Danvers, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Red Sox Foundationrun To Home Base | $15,000 | Boston, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Greater Lowell Children's Fund | $20,000 | Lowell, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Plumber Youth Promise | $10,000 | Salem, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Legacy Recovery Retreat | $10,000 | Laconia, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Loudon Food Pantry | $20,000 | Loudon, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Doris L Benz Community Center Inc | $10,000 | Center Sandwich, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Community Caregivers Of Gtrderry | $16,350 | Derry, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Transportation Assist For Seacoast | $20,000 | Hampton, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Huggins Hospital | $11,350 | Wolfeboro, NH, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Tough Warrior Princesses | $20,000 | Amesbury, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Friends Of Amesbury Library | $10,000 | Amesbury, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
| Als Assoc Mass Chapter | $10,000 | Norwood, MA, US | Charitable Distribution | 2020 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 04-6504871 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 135 LOOP RD Otisfield, ME 04270-6458 |
Key People (2)
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| Co-trustee | Ronald P Weyland |
|---|---|
| Co-trustee | Janice W Sinclair |
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