Eastern Light Tr
Preselected recipients only
Eastern Light Tr is a private foundation in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $10,000. 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$17,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,800 the year before.
57% of its 2025 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 | $4,000 | 8 | $0 |
| 2024 | $4,800 | 6 | $0 |
| 2025 | $17,000 | 7 | $0 |
How to apply
Eastern Light Tr 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $17,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Council on Aging | General funding. | $10,000 |
| St Mary Orthodox Church | General Fund + Womens Club + Neighbor Outreach programs | $4,000 |
| Boston Health Care for the Homeless | General funding | $1,000 |
| Bridges Homeward Cambridge Family Childrens Service | General Operations. | $500 |
| City Stings United | General Fund. | $500 |
| The Greater Boston Food Bank | General Funding. | $500 |
| Greenroots Chelsea | General funding. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Tenbit Mitiku
Questions people ask
Does Eastern Light Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eastern Light Tr give?
$17,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Eastern Light Tr?
Its 2025 filing lists Tenbit Mitiku (Trustee).