Light for You Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Light for You Foundation is a private foundation in Hayden, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,914 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,821 and the largest $5,093. 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$26,914
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,821
- Largest grant$5,093
- Assets$613,587
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $21,183 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16,500 | 8 | $526,195 |
| 2024 | $21,183 | 8 | $565,754 |
| 2025 | $26,914 | 9 | $613,587 |
How to apply
Light for You 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 Light for You Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $5,500 |
| Idaho | 2 | $5,321 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,093 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $2,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan's Purse | To provide program support. | $5,093 |
| 2BU Youth Ranch | To provide program support. | $3,000 |
| Convoy of Hope | To provide program support. | $3,000 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | To provide program support. | $3,000 |
| North Idaho Safe Start | To provide program support. | $2,821 |
| Coeur D'alene Backpack Program | To provide program support. | $2,500 |
| Jessi Combs Foundation | To provide program support. | $2,500 |
| Kid Centric Sports | To provide program support. | $2,500 |
| Sons of Baseball Foundation | To provide program support. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Lee Dorame
- Robert Adrian Dorame
- Michael Dorame
- Gabriel Rocky Dorame
Questions people ask
Does Light for You Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Light for You Foundation give?
$26,914 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,821.
Who runs Light for You Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laura Lee Dorame (Director and President), Robert Adrian Dorame (Director and Vice-President), Michael Dorame (Director and Treasurer) and Gabriel Rocky Dorame (Director and Secretary).
What does Light for You Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.