The Lighthouse Beacon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lighthouse Beacon Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $447,496 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $3,006 and the largest $200,000. 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$447,496
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$3,006
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $166,354 the year before.
75% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $166,354 | 12 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $447,496 | 36 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Lighthouse Beacon 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 Lighthouse Beacon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 34 | $246,214 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $200,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,282 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| El Hogar Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Technology Student Association Kentucky Tech | National Competition | $49,210 |
| Technology Student Association Kentucky Tech | TSA Program | $45,780 |
| Floyd County School District | FCSI Physics Program | $27,120 |
| Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation | Engineering By Design Summer Training | $16,102 |
| Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation | Charitable Event | $12,500 |
| Johnson Central High School | Solar Car Fund | $10,000 |
| Somerset High School | Solar Car fund | $10,000 |
| Technology Student Association Kentucky Tech | Engineering By Design Summer Training | $8,500 |
| Kentucky Engineering Foundation Inc | MATHCOUNTS Chapter Competition Support | $8,350 |
| Johnson County Middle School | Jcms kytsa STEM | $6,700 |
| Pikeville High School | 3D Printing Equipment | $5,741 |
| Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation | Engineering by Design Summer Institute | $5,000 |
| Rockcastle County Middle School | To purchase Dragster and Sphero Materials | $4,800 |
| Belfry High School | Engineering Classroom Support | $4,000 |
| Technology Student Association Kentucky Tech | General & Unrestricted | $3,507 |
| Southwestern High School | Engineering Program Supplies | $3,500 |
| Pikeville Elementary School | General & Unrestricted | $3,300 |
| Rowan County Middle School | General & Unrestricted (See General Explanation Attachment) | $2,711 |
| Knox Central High School | General & Unrestricted (See General Explanation Attachment) | $2,640 |
| Floyd County School District | PLTW Program Support | $2,363 |
| Corbin Atc Booster Club Corporation | General & Unrestricted (See General Explanation Attachment) | $2,243 |
| Powell County High School | VEX V5 Competition Super Kit | $1,899 |
| Laurel Co Schools Center for Innovation | TSA Competition Supplies | $1,720 |
| Morgan County High School | General & Unrestricted (See General Explanation Attachment) | $1,535 |
| Scripture Memory Mountain Mission Inc | Camp Nathanael STEM Program | $1,500 |
| Belfry Middle School | VEX Robotics Program Funding | $1,400 |
| Forest Hills Global Elementary | General & Unrestricted (See General Explanation Attachment) | $1,282 |
| Lone Oak Middle School | General & Unrestricted (See General Explanation Attachment) | $1,153 |
| University of Kentucky | General & Unrestricted (See General Explanation Attachment) | $885 |
| Black Mountain Elementary School | General & Unrestricted (See General Explanation Attachment) | $440 |
| Perry County Central High School | TSA Drone Program | $393 |
| Estill County Area Technology Center | ATC Transportation-BCTC/UK | $384 |
| Rockcastle County Middle School | TSA/STEM Field Trip to UK Engineering | $327 |
| Bell County High School | TSA Program | $261 |
| Technology Student Association Kentucky Tech | National TSA Competition | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen C Pigman
- Leonard Stanley Pigman
Questions people ask
Does The Lighthouse Beacon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lighthouse Beacon Foundation give?
$447,496 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $3,006.
Who runs The Lighthouse Beacon Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Karen C Pigman (Dir, Pres) and Leonard Stanley Pigman (Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does The Lighthouse Beacon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and science and research.