Beacon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Beacon Foundation is a private foundation in Wilton, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,416 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,416. 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$15,416
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,416
- Assets$783,069
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $38,500 the year before.
0% 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 | $48,900 | 4 | $639,532 |
| 2024 | $38,500 | 5 | $653,799 |
| 2025 | $15,416 | 3 | $783,069 |
How to apply
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 Beacon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,416 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sankofa Learning Center | General OperatingExpenses | $5,416 |
| Canary Acres | General OperatingExpenses | $5,000 |
| The Columbus Womens Chorus | General OperatingExpenses | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James V Rosenow
- Laura C Knie
- Leslie A Rosenow
Questions people ask
Does Beacon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Beacon Foundation give?
$15,416 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Beacon Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James V Rosenow (Pres & Director), Laura C Knie (Sec, Treas & Director) and Leslie A Rosenow (Director).
What does Beacon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.