Bentson Foundation gives $1.5M to support CIDRAP
The Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, led by Dr. Michael T. Osterholm, is a global leader in addressing public health preparedness and emerging infectious disease response.
Higher Education
In 2003, Larry and Nancy donated $10 million to the University of Minnesota to establish the Bentson Family Scholarship program.
Public Health
$10 million gift from Bentson Foundation aimed at transforming health care delivery through nursing.
Arts & Humanities
The Bentson Foundation has granted the Walker Art Center $1 million to “enhance the presentation and preservation” of the Ruben/Bentson Film and Video Study Collection.

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Out of genuine gratitude and a sincere desire to share our blessings, philanthropy has been a core value for us throughout our lives.

Larry Bentson
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The Bentson Foundation is a 501(c)3 private family foundation founded in 1956. Larry and Nancy Bentson spent most of their lives in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. Larry was the CEO of MidContinent Media and was inducted into the Museum of Broadcasting Hall of Fame in 2001. Lifelong philanthropists, Nancy and Larry created The Bentson Foundation to continue their legacy of giving.

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