Bright Mountain Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bright Mountain Foundation is a private foundation in Evergreen, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 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$85,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$321,079
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $65,000 the year before.
17% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $81,000 | 7 | $411,628 |
| 2023 | $65,000 | 5 | $386,279 |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 6 | $321,079 |
How to apply
Bright Mountain 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bright Mountain Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 5 | $70,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Resource Center Community Resource Center | Gen oper - strengthen co communities | $15,000 |
| Colorado Health Network Colorado Health Network | Gen oper-HIV prevent, care, advocacy | $15,000 |
| Care and Share Food Bank Care and Share Food Bank | Gen oper-food for children,families | $15,000 |
| Latino Community Foundation of Colo Latino Community Foundation of Colo | Gen oper - ayuda (refugees assist) | $15,000 |
| Life Quest Foundation Life Quest Foundation | Scholarships to young women | $15,000 |
| Blue Sky Bridge Blue Sky Bridge | Gen oper support - children victims | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leonard P Wessell
- Amy P Wessell
- Tony Tapia
Questions people ask
Does Bright Mountain Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bright Mountain Foundation give?
$85,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Bright Mountain Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Leonard P Wessell (President), Amy P Wessell (Director) and Tony Tapia (Trustee).
What does Bright Mountain Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and youth programs.