The Ignite Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ignite Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $284,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $135,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$284,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$135,000
- Assets$302,663
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $204,259 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $141,690 | 7 | $761,825 |
| 2024 | $204,259 | 7 | $585,520 |
| 2025 | $284,500 | 6 | $302,663 |
How to apply
The Ignite 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 The Ignite Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $174,500 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $60,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pelagios Kakunja Ac | General & Unrestricted | $135,000 |
| Earth Island Institute Inc | For Shark Stewards Projects: Ren Hampton Media and Marketing internship and Stop the Ocean Steal campaign, and Kahu Mano (Shark Keepers) II recut, marine protected area and shark bycatch reduction film and campaign | $50,000 |
| Silver Stallion Bicycle & Coffee Works Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Associacao Kapy Da Etnia Marubo Tamawavo Do Alto R | Kapyvanaway Association and the Indigenous Legends | $20,000 |
| Nkuringo Orphans Group | General & Unrestricted | $19,500 |
| Be Seen Foundation Inc | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher G Bell
- Grace J Bell
- Mackenzie J Bell
- Madeline J Bell
- Michelle J Bell
Questions people ask
Does The Ignite Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ignite Foundation give?
$284,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs The Ignite Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher G Bell (Dir, Pres), Grace J Bell (Dir), Mackenzie J Bell (Dir) and Madeline J Bell (Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Ignite Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.