There is a Light Foundation
Preselected recipients only
There is a Light Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $697,449 in 70 grants; the typical grant was $2,995 and the largest $250,000. 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$697,449
- Number of grants70
- Typical grant$2,995
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $527,712 the year before.
57% 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 | $527,712 | 41 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $697,449 | 70 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
There is a Light 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 There is a Light Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 62 | $650,038 |
| Texas | 2 | $14,378 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,800 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,233 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Law School | There Is a Light Foundation Public Service Fund | $250,000 |
| Southwestern Law School | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Innocence Oc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Music for Movements Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Onekid Oneworld Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Innoceana | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| International Childrens Media Center | General & Unrestricted | $10,800 |
| A Quarter Blue | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Edward Charles Foundation | Visionary Survivor Creative Fund | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Fundraising campaign fund | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Fundraising campaign fund | $10,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | 2024 komen los angeles more than pink walk | $10,000 |
| Tidings for Teens | General & Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $6,889 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $6,104 |
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $5,000 |
| Chance for Change | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Foundation for Advocacy Inclusion and Resources | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $5,000 |
| Heroic Hearts Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $4,997 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $4,378 |
| Individual | Scholarship grant | $3,719 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,995 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,995 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,995 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,995 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,995 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,995 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,995 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,995 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,995 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,986 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Pejman Ben-Cohen
- Arash Homampour
Questions people ask
Does There is a Light Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does There is a Light Foundation give?
$697,449 in tax year 2024, across 70 grants, with a typical grant of $2,995.
Who runs There is a Light Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Pejman Ben-Cohen (Sec, Treas, VP) and Arash Homampour (Dir, Pres).
What does There is a Light Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and youth programs.