About the Bentson Foundation

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
Larry & Nancy Bentson
Larry & Nancy Bentson

In 1956, the Bentson family established the Bentson Foundation to support a diverse array of charitable causes in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Throughout their lives, Larry and Nancy Bentson were known for their compassion, quiet generosity and a strong commitment to their faith. Larry and Nancy created a lasting legacy of philanthropy that continues to this day through the work of the Bentson Foundation. Our areas of giving include:

  • Higher Education
  • Public Health
  • Arts & Humanities

Our primary geographic focus is Minneapolis/St. Paul Minnesota and Santa Barbara, California.

The Bentson Foundation does not consider unsolicited requests for support.

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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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