Benzien Family Foundation Inc | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 06-1535427
Foundation Overview
Based in Portland, OR, Benzien Family Foundation Inc has awarded 132 grants totaling $878,500 to organizations in California, Maine and 6 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $1,000 to $39,500, with a median award of $4,250.
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New Applicant Friendliness
9 of 16 recipients (56%) were new grantees. Foundation actively seeks new partnerships to expand impact. Fresh approaches and innovative programs receive serious consideration.
Geographic Focus
Grants are geographically diversified with 33% in Oregon and funding distributed across 8 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within Oregon, funding concentrates in Portland (98%), Beaverton (2%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 115% growth in annual giving over 7 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
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.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Benzien Family Foundation Inc'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duniway Elementary School | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Tucson Parks Foundation | $7,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Southeast Snowboard Team | $4,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| The San Francisco Museum Of Fine Arts | $7,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Wilmington Friends School | $1,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Cleveland High School Foundation | $9,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| St Andrew's Children's Clinic | $2,000 | Green Valley, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Guilford College | $38,500 | Greensboro, NC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| The Duniway Foundation | $3,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Milo Foundation | $4,500 | Albany, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Sellwood Middle School Foundation | $12,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Sunrise Presbyterian Church | $1,000 | Sullivans Island, SC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Santa Cruz County | $2,000 | Nogales, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Art Span Sf Children's Art Program | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Sfmoma's Education Program | $7,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| The University Of Arizona Foundation | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2023 |
| Art Span | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Boothbay Region Land Trust | $6,000 | Boothbay Harbor, ME, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club | $2,000 | Nogales, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Cleveland High School Foundation | $6,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Cleveland High School Foundation | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Fine Arts Museums Of San Francisco | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Guilford College | $37,500 | Greensboro, NC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Sellwood Foundation | $6,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Sfmoma's Education Programs | $6,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2022 |
| Southeast Snowboard Team | $4,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Standrew's Children's Clinic | $2,000 | Green Valley, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Sunrise Presbyterian Church | $1,000 | Sullivans Island, SC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| The Duniway Elementary School | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| The Duniway Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| The Milo Foundation | $5,000 | Albany, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Tucson Parks Foundation | $7,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| University Of Arizona Foundation | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Wilmington Friends School | $1,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Art Span | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Boothbay Region Land Trust | $6,000 | Boothbay Harbor, ME, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club | $2,000 | Nogales, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Cleveland High School Foundation | $6,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Cleveland High School Foundation | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Fine Arts Museums Of San Francisco | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Guilford College | $37,500 | Greensboro, NC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Sellwood Foundation | $6,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Sfmoma's Education Programs | $6,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2022 |
| Southeast Snowboard Team | $4,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Standrew's Children's Clinic | $2,000 | Green Valley, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Sunrise Presbyterian Church | $1,000 | Sullivans Island, SC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| The Duniway Elementary School | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| The Duniway Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| The Milo Foundation | $5,000 | Albany, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Tucson Parks Foundation | $7,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| University Of Arizona Foundation | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Wilmington Friends School | $1,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2022 |
| Art Span | $6,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Boothbay Region Land Trust | $6,000 | Boothbay Harbor, ME, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club | $3,000 | Nogales, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Cleveland High School Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Fine Arts Museums Of San Francisco | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Guilford College | $39,500 | Greensboro, NC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Sfmoma's Education Programs | $6,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2021 |
| Skate Like A Girl | $7,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Standrew's Children's Clinic | $2,500 | Green Valley, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Sunrise Presbyterian Church | $1,000 | Sullivans Island, SC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| The Duniway Elementary School | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| The Duniway Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| The Milo Foundation | $5,000 | Albany, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| The Sellwood Middle School | $4,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| The Sellwood Middle School | $6,000 | Portland, OR, US | Restricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Tucson Parks Foundation | $10,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| University Of Arizona Foundation | $30,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Wilmington Friends School | $1,500 | Wilmington, DE, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2021 |
| Art Span | $6,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Boothbay Region Land Trust | $6,000 | Boothbay Harbor, ME, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Boys & Girls Club | $3,000 | Nogales, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Cleveland High School Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Eduskate | $7,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Fine Arts Museums Of San Francisco | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Guilford College | $36,500 | Greensboro, NC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Nogales High School | $6,000 | Nogales, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Sellwood Foundation | $4,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Sfmoma's Education Programs | $6,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2020 |
| Skate Like A Girl | $7,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Standrew's Children's Clinic | $2,500 | Green Valley, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Sunrise Presbyterian Church | $1,000 | Sullivans Island, SC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| The Duniway Elementary School | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| The Duniway Foundation | $5,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| The Milo Foundation | $5,000 | Albany, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Tucson Parks Foundation | $7,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| University Of Arizona Foundation | $30,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| Wilmington Friends School | $1,500 | Wilmington, DE, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2020 |
| A Home Away | $5,250 | San Francsco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| All Hands Raised | $3,250 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| Art Span | $4,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| Boys & Girls Club | $2,000 | Nogales, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| Fine Arts Museums Of San Francisco | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| Guilford College | $23,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| Nogales High School | $2,500 | Nogales, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| Sfmoma's Education Programs | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2018 |
| Snowdays Foundation | $1,000 | Beaverton, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| Standrew's Children's Clinic | $2,500 | Green Valley, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| Sunrise Presbyterian Church | $1,000 | Sullivans Island, SC, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| The Duniway Elementary School | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| The Duniway Foundation | $3,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| University Of Arizona Foundation | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| Whole Child Montessori Center | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| Wilmington Friends School | $1,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Unrestricted/general Op | 2018 |
| University Of Arizona Foundation | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2017 |
| Guilford College | $23,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2017 |
| Art Span | $4,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2017 |
| The Duniway Educational Foundation | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2017 |
| Whole Child Montessori Center | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2017 |
| Sfmoma | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2017 |
| Standrew's Children Clinic | $2,500 | Nogales, AZ, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2017 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Santa Cruz | $2,000 | Santa Cruz, CA, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2017 |
| Nogales High School Educ Found | $1,000 | La Puente, CA, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2017 |
| Snowdays Foundation | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2017 |
| The Duniway Elementary School Pta | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2017 |
| Wilmington Friends School | $1,000 | Wilmington, DE, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2017 |
| Sunrise Presbyterian | $1,000 | Great Falls, MT, US | Unrestricted /genl Op | 2017 |
| Sellwood Foundation | $2,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2017 |
| Fine Arts Museums Of San Francisco | $3,000 | Sanfrancisci, CA, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2017 |
| University Of Arizona Foundation | $20,000 | Tucson, AZ, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2016 |
| Guilford College | $20,000 | Greensboro, NC, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2016 |
| Art Span | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2016 |
| The Duniway Educational Foundation | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2016 |
| Whole Child Montessori Center | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2016 |
| Sf Moma | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2016 |
| Standrew's Children Clinic | $2,500 | Nogales, AZ, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2016 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Santa Cruz | $2,500 | Santa Cruz, CA, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2016 |
| Nogales High School | $1,000 | La Puente, CA, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2016 |
| Portland Children's Museum | $2,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestrictd/genl Op | 2016 |
| Snowdays Foundation | $1,000 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2016 |
| The Duniway Elementary School Pta | $1,500 | Portland, OR, US | Unrestricted/genl Op | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 06-1535427 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 3704 SE OGDEN ST Portland, OR 97202-7827 |
Key People (2)
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| Director | Richard August Benzien |
|---|---|
| Director | Kirsten Paige Benzien |
Forms 990-PF
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