Benchmark Data Labs
Benchmark Data Labs helps improve communities and organizations by connecting them to the data and information they need to make strategic decisions. We aggregagte public data and make it more accessible to the general public in order to support decision makers in governments, nonprofits, and businesses so they can improve their respective communities and organizations. We communicate with governments, nonprofits, and businesses to identify data and information that will help them achieve their goals and then work to provide them with access to this information. We also work to educate the public and community leaders regarding the value of using quality data to guide decision-making and strategic planning with the goal of enhancing the long-term quality of life in their communities.Benchmark Data Labs discontinued operations effective october 27, 2022.
Benchmark Data Labs at a glance
In short: Benchmark Data Labs gave $190K across 2 grants in 2022 (avg $95K), mostly in South Dakota. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $189,942
- Grants made (2022)
- 2
- Average grant
- $94,971
- Median grant
- $94,971
- Primary geography
- South Dakota (100% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2022; updated September 2026.
Who Benchmark Data Labs funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Black Hills Area Community Foundation ($95K). Together the top 2 received $190K.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2022 it made 2 grants totaling $190K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Area Community Foundation Rapid City, SD | General support - transfer of funds at dissolution of benchmark data labs | $94,971 |
| United Way of the Black Hills Rapid City, SD | General support - transfer of funds at dissolution of benchmark data labs | $94,971 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $65,587 | $437,600 | $189,942 | 2 | $295 |
| 2021 | $428,800 | $341,025 | $255,063 | — | — | $93 |
| 2020 | $324,915 | $288,975 | $219,684 | — | — | — |
About Benchmark Data Labs
Based on IRS filings
Benchmark Data Labs is a public charity focused on Education, based in Rapid City, SD. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2022. In 2022, it awarded 2 grants totaling $190K. Net investment income was $295.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Benchmark Data Labs is led by Michael J. McEntaffer, CEO on every filing since 2020; 1 of 7 officers listed in 2022 is compensated.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Michael J. McEntaffer
CEO
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$85K (2020) → $37K (2022)
Jamie Toennies
Chair
Vice Chair → Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jacqui Dietrich
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bethany Bloom
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andi Litton
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cecily Englehart
Vice Chair
Secretary → Vice Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Riker
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Eric Abrahamson (2020) — Director
- Former: Kyle White (2020) — Chair
- Former: Matt Hasvold (2020) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2022 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2022 filing was $37K, to Michael J McEntaffer (CEO).
Frequently asked questions about Benchmark Data Labs
How much does Benchmark Data Labs give each year?
Benchmark Data Labs gave $190K across 2 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990.
What is Benchmark Data Labs?
Benchmark Data Labs is a public charity focused on Education, based in Rapid City, SD.
Where does Benchmark Data Labs operate?
Benchmark Data Labs has awarded grants in South Dakota.
What is Benchmark Data Labs's EIN?
Benchmark Data Labs's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-4692896. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS January 23, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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