Vin Foundation
VIN Foundation believes a healthy animal community depends on a healthy veterinary community. The Foundation was established to advance the veterinary profession and science.
Vin Foundation at a glance
In short: Vin Foundation gave $79K across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $16K), top state North Carolina. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $79,088
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- Average grant
- $15,818
- Median grant
- $15,987
- Total assets
- $832,087
- +39.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (26% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Vin Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Friends of NC VMA ($21K). Together the top 5 received $79K.
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 5 grants of 5 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $79K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of NC VMA Raliegh, NC | — | $20,726 |
| Vin Davis, CA | Getting Thru the Night | $20,000 |
| University of Auburn Auburn, AL | — | $15,987 |
| VETS4VETS Cont Education Chicago, IL | Seminar | $11,362 |
| Florida Vet Medical Assoc Orlanda, FL | — | $11,013 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $832,087 | $617,653 | $373,801 | $79,088 | 5 | $23,224 |
| 2023 | $598,072 | $534,605 | $286,761 | — | — | $12,150 |
| 2022 | $344,618 | $277,986 | $251,738 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $311,398 | $224,370 | $126,671 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $213,602 | $204,668 | $114,972 | — | — | — |
About Vin Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Vin Foundation is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Davis, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $832K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 5 grants totaling $79K. Net investment income was $23K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Vin Foundation is led by Jordan Benshea, Executive Director on every filing since 2023; 1 of 14 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jordan Benshea
Executive Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$83K (2023) → $86K (2024)
Richard Headley Dvm
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Carol Hillhouse Dvm Dabvp
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Daugherty Dvm
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joseph D'abbraccio Dvm
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Phillip Jackson Cpa Cgma
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tony Bartels Dvm MBA
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
William Thomas Dvm Dacvim
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lillian Roberts Dvm
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul Pion
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Trae Cutchin Dvm
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sean Gadson Dvm
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Stoltz JD
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jan Bellows Dmv
Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Paul Pion Dvm Dacvim (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Carl Darby Ma Vetmb (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Matt Holland Dvm (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Rick Baum Dvm MBA (2020–2021) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $86K, to Jordan Benshea (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Vin Foundation
How much does Vin Foundation give each year?
Vin Foundation gave $79K across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
What is Vin Foundation's typical grant size?
Vin Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $15,987, and its average grant was $15,818, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Vin Foundation give grants?
Vin Foundation's top state is North Carolina, with 26% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were California (25%) and Alabama (20%).
Who are Vin Foundation's largest grantees?
Vin Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Friends of NC VMA ($20,726), Vin ($20,000) and University of Auburn ($15,987), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 72% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Vin Foundation?
Vin Foundation reported $832K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $618K.
What is Vin Foundation?
Vin Foundation is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Davis, CA. It holds $832K in total assets as of 2024.
What is Vin Foundation's EIN?
Vin Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-1890163. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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