Illuminated Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Illuminated Foundation is a private foundation in Cave Creek, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $155,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$155,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $109,500 the year before.
35% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $109,500 | 12 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $155,000 | 17 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Illuminated Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Illuminated Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 5 | $55,000 |
| Washington | 5 | $45,000 |
| New York | 5 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ACLU of Arizona | Funding donation | $15,000 |
| Friends of Public Radio Arizona | Funding donation | $15,000 |
| Northwest Children's Foundation | Funding donation | $15,000 |
| Family Works Wallingford Food Bank | Funding donation | $10,000 |
| Joyce Theatre | Funding donation | $10,000 |
| Phoenix Art Museum | Funding donation | $10,000 |
| Seattle Parks Foundation | Funding donation | $10,000 |
| Westside Campaign Against Hunger | Funding donation | $10,000 |
| Wild Bird Fund | Funding donation | $10,000 |
| Homeless Id Project | Funding donation | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of America | Funding donation | $10,000 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | Funding donation | $5,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All | Funding donation | $5,000 |
| Northwest Arts Alliance | Funding donation | $5,000 |
| Ballard FC Foundation | Funding donation | $5,000 |
| Guiding Eyes | Funding donation | $5,000 |
| Winged Hope | Funding donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Lincoln
- Elizabeth Lincoln
- Avery Lincoln
- S Quinn Lincoln
Questions people ask
Does Illuminated Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Illuminated Foundation give?
$155,000 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Illuminated Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Lincoln (Secretary Tr), Elizabeth Lincoln (Vice Pres), Avery Lincoln (Board Member) and S Quinn Lincoln (President/Ce).
What does Illuminated Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, food and hunger and environment and conservation.