The Ben May Charitable Trust
Mobile, Alabama · EIN 237145009 · Private foundation
Based in Mobile, Alabama, The Ben May Charitable Trust has awarded $5.6M across 237 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Ben May Charitable Trust funds
The Ben May Charitable Trust's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, community improvement, education, faith-based (christian), faith-based (jewish), and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science BEN MAY CENTER FOR CHEMICAL THEORY AND COMPUTATION | New York, NY | $250K | 2023 |
| The University of Chicago CANCER RESEARCH FUNDING | Chicago, IL | $250K | 2023 |
| American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science BEN MAY CENTER FOR CHEMICAL THEORY AND COMPUTATION | New York, NY | $250K | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from The Ben May Charitable Trust
The Ben May Charitable Trust's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The Ben May Charitable Trust
- Does The Ben May Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
- The Ben May Charitable Trust's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Ben May Charitable Trust fund?
- The Ben May Charitable Trust's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science, The University of Chicago. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Ben May Charitable Trust give in grants?
- The Ben May Charitable Trust's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $1.4M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $5.6M over 237 grants.
- Where is The Ben May Charitable Trust located?
- The Ben May Charitable Trust is based in Mobile, Alabama. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 237145009.
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