Benard L Maas Foundation
The Benard L Maas Foundation is a private foundation based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Established in 1942, the foundation has been tax-exempt since September 1943 and operates as an independent foundation focused on philanthropic giving across multiple sectors.
Key facts about Benard L Maas Foundation
- EIN
- 38-6096405
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $603,155
- Grants made (2025)
- 33
- Average grant
- $18,277
- Median grant
- $10,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 10% first-time grantees (3 of 31, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Michigan (47% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation operates on an invite-only basis and does not accept unsolicited applications. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Benard L Maas Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Benard L Maas Foundation's 33 itemized 2025 grants were Michigan (47%), Ohio (19%) and Florida (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Sarasota, FL (2 grants), Southfield, MI (2 grants), Beachwood, OH (2 grants) and Ann Arbor, MI (2 grants). 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Is Benard L Maas Foundation open to new grantees?
10%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 3 of 31 grantees (10%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $29K; repeat grants $18K. How we count
Medians: $34K first-time, $8K repeat.
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2019–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$603K
+18.6% YoY
Grant Count
33
-15.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$18K
+40.2% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's giving priorities include:
- Jewish organizations
- Arts and culture
- Children's services, including children's hospitals
- Social services
- Education
- Philanthropy and voluntarism
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$2,000–$100,000
How to Apply
**
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Michigan, New York, and Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 33 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total assets: $3,713,096 (2024)
- Total giving: $508,500 (2024)
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| Expenses | — | — | — |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2025
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
194 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include Tamarack Camps ($100,000), Fidf ($75,000 across 2 grants), Megan David Adom ($75,000 across 2 grants).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TAMARACK CAMPS BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI | GENERAL FUND | $100,000 |
| ENCORE THEATER DEXTER, MI | GENERAL FUND | $50,000 |
| FIDF SOUTHFIELD, MI | GENERAL FUND | $50,000 |
| MEGAN DAVID ADOM BEACHWOOD, OH | GENERAL FUND | $50,000 |
| CLASIC ACADEMY OF SARASOTA SARASOTA, FL | GENERAL FUND | $48,655 |
| CLEVELAND CLINIC PHILANTHROPY CLEVLAND, OH | GENERAL FUND | $34,000 |
| MOTE MARINE LAB SARASOTA, FL | GENERAL FUND | $33,000 |
| FIDF SOUTHFIELD, MI | GENERAL FUND | $25,000 |
| MEGAN DAVID ADOM BEACHWOOD, OH | GENERAL FUND | $25,000 |
| TUNNEL 2 TOWERS STATEN ISLAND, NY | GENERAL FUND | $25,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew T Engelbert | President/Di | 10 | $134,500 |
| David E Engelbert | VP/Dir/Treas | 10 | $99,500 |
| Lynn H Engelrbert | Dir/Secretar | — | — |
| Ariel Engelbert | Secretary | 1 | $7,000 |
Contact Information
Address: 933 Greenhills Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-2721
Telephone: 734-996-5519
EIN: 38-6096405
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Benard L Maas Foundation fund?
The foundation's giving priorities include: • Jewish organizations • Arts and culture • Children's services, including children's hospitals • Social services • Education • Philanthropy and voluntarism
How do I apply for a grant from Benard L Maas Foundation?
The foundation operates on an invite-only basis and does not accept unsolicited applications. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Benard L Maas Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Michigan, New York, and Florida.
What size grants does Benard L Maas Foundation award?
In 2025, Benard L Maas Foundation awarded 33 grants totaling $603K — an average of about $18K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Benard L Maas Foundation's EIN?
Benard L Maas Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 38-6096405. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does Benard L Maas Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.