The Lumos Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Lumos Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $239,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$239,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $175,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $183,000 | 8 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $175,000 | 10 | $5.7 million |
| 2025 | $239,000 | 10 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
The Lumos Foundation Inc 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 Lumos Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 7 | $225,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Winship Cancer Institute Emory University | General funds | $150,000 |
| Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation | Hospital | $40,000 |
| Uso | General funds | $10,000 |
| Grady Health Foundation | General funds | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General funds | $5,000 |
| Georgia Public Broadcasting | General funds | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Housing ministry | $5,000 |
| Synergies Work Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Konkani Charitable Fund Inc | General funds | $5,000 |
| Sankara Nethralaya USA | Hospital | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deepak Rao
Questions people ask
Does The Lumos Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lumos Foundation Inc give?
$239,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lumos Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Deepak Rao (President).
What does The Lumos Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.