The James and Amy Bennett Foundation is a private foundation based in Miami Beach, Florida. Established in July 2014, it operates as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization dedicated to philanthropic giving across education and human services.
Key facts about James and Amy Bennett
- EIN
- 46-4196513
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $1,187,500
- Grants made (2025)
- 28
- Average grant
- $42,411
- Median grant
- $12,500
- New grantees (estimate)
- 11% first-time grantees (3 of 28, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (46% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation 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 James and Amy Bennett funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for James and Amy Bennett's 28 itemized 2025 grants were Pennsylvania (46%), New York (25%) and Maryland (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Corry, PA (3 grants), New York, NY (2 grants), Los Angeles, CA (2 grants) and Manheim, PA (2 grants). None of its 28 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Carry Out Charitable Purpose of Organization" (14 grants).
Is James and Amy Bennett open to new grantees?
11%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 3 of 28 grantees (11%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $47K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $18K repeat.
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$1.2M
+50.8% YoY
Grant Count
28
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$42K
+50.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary funding interests include:
- Education
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Human Services
The foundation has demonstrated particular interest in supporting athletic programs and wrestling initiatives across educational institutions.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$5,000–$150,000
Average Grant
amount varies by year
How to Apply
**
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation's grantmaking is concentrated in:
- Pennsylvania
- New York
- New Jersey
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 28 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets:
- 2024: $12.0–$22.0 million (figures vary by reporting source)
- 2023: $12.0–$12.5 million
Annual Giving:
- 2024: $756,000–$791,000
- 2023: $713,000–$782,000
Liabilities:
- $0 (2023)
Tax Status: Tax-exempt since July 2014; EIN 46-4196513
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| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
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Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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
145 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include Colgate University ($265,000), Wyoming Seminary ($230,000), Corry Community Foundation ($130,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| COLGATE UNIVERSITY Canajoharie, NY | CAREY CENTER CAMPAIGN, CAMPAIGN FOR THE THIRD CENTURY | $265,000 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY Kingston, PA | TO SUPPORT WRESTLING/GIRLS ASSISTANT COACH | $230,000 |
| CORRY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Corry, PA | BENNETT ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP | $130,000 |
| WRESTLE LIKE A GIRL Lancaster, PA | TO CARRY OUT CHARITABLE PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | $75,000 |
| USA WRESTLING Colorado Springs, CO | TO CARRY OUT CHARITABLE PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION/WOMEN'S WRESTLING CHINA TRIP | $70,000 |
| US WRESTLING FOUNDATION Short Hills, NJ | #LETSWRESTLE CAMPAIGN AND TO CARRY OUT CHARITABLE PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | $60,000 |
| HBCU WRESTLING INITIATIVE National Harbor, MD | TO SUPPORT WRESTLING | $50,000 |
| JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY Baltimore, MD | TO SUPPORT FIELD HOCKEY PROGRAM | $50,000 |
| ACTA Washington, DC | TO CARRY OUT CHARITABLE PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | $30,000 |
| MUHLENBERG COLLEGE Allentown, PA | TO SUPPORT WOMEN'S AND MEN'S WRESTLING PROGRAMS | $30,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- James D. Bennett — Chairman
- Amy C. Bennett — President
- Lori Penchuk — Secretary, Treasurer
All officers serve on a voluntary basis with no compensation reported.
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
From 2025 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amy C Bennett | President | 1 | — |
| James D Bennett | Chairman | 1 | — |
| Lori Penchuk | Secretary, Treasurer | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does James and Amy Bennett fund?
The foundation's primary funding interests include: • **Education** • **Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking** • **Human Services** The foundation has demonstrated particular interest in supporting athletic programs and wrestling initiatives across educational institutions.
How do I apply for a grant from James and Amy Bennett?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does James and Amy Bennett make grants?
The foundation's grantmaking is concentrated in: • **Pennsylvania** • **New York** • **New Jersey**
What size grants does James and Amy Bennett award?
In 2025, James and Amy Bennett awarded 28 grants totaling $1.2M — an average of about $42K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is James and Amy Bennett's EIN?
James and Amy Bennett's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-4196513. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does James and Amy Bennett 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.