An affiliate fund of SWIF, the Benson Area Community Foundation benefits Benson, Minnesota.

Mission Statement
To enrich our quality of life and provide a legacy by connecting charitable donors to community visions.

Family of Funds
Galen Hanson Memorial Education Endowment Fund

Grant total since inception (including grants made for operating expenses): $23,529

Fiscal Year 2012 Grantmaking
Awarded grants totaling $6,300 including:

  • City of Benson for Benson Area Youth Golf Program
  • ISD #777 Benson for various technology upgrades
  • Humane Society of Swift County for Waggin' Tails Dog Park construction
  • Swift County 4-H for purchase of woodworking tools and equipment

Local Contact Information
Benson Area Community Foundation
PO Box 25
Benson, MN 56215-0025
Telephone: 320-843-4411

Board Members
Paul Estenson - Chair
Andrea Thomson - Vice Chair
Chuck Koenigs - Secretary & Treasurer
Bob Claussen
Robin Finke
Grant Herfindahl
Debra Hilleren
Frank Lawatsch
Jan Lundebrek
Brady McDonald
Lee Westrum

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