Tiny Beam Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
Tiny Beam Fund Inc is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $330,536 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $74,706. 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$330,536
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$74,706
- Assets$12.3 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $369,242 the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 | $369,242 | 26 | $11.9 million |
| 2024 | $330,536 | 17 | $12.3 million |
How to apply
Tiny Beam Fund 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Tiny Beam Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $255,206 in 11 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $36,790 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,540 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $15,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Royal Veterinary College | Kindling initiative | $74,706 |
| Individual | Bqi fellowship | $40,000 |
| Individual | Bqi fellowship | $30,000 |
| Individual | 2024 bqi fellowship | $20,000 |
| Individual | Bqi fellowship | $20,000 |
| Individual | 2024 bqi fellowship | $20,000 |
| Aquatic Life Institute | Fueling advocates initiative | $16,000 |
| Animal Policy International (Players Philanthropy Fund Holding Account) | Fueling advocates initiative | $15,540 |
| Individual | Bqi fellowship | $15,000 |
| Individual | Bqi fellowship | $15,000 |
| New York University | Kindling initiative | $13,850 |
| Animal Welfare League Ghana | Fueling advocates initiative | $11,600 |
| Asociacion Para El Rescate Y Bienestar | Fueling advocates initiative | $9,300 |
| Global Feedback | Fai grant | $8,000 |
| Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy | Fueling advocates initiative | $8,000 |
| Brighter Green FBO Global Forest Coalition | Fai initiative | $6,940 |
| Forum Nacional de Protecao E Defesa Animal | Fueling advocates initiative | $6,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Carmen Lee
- Edwin Lee
- Jason Lee
- James Carter
- Sindy Yeung
Questions people ask
Does Tiny Beam Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tiny Beam Fund Inc give?
$330,536 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Tiny Beam Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Carmen Lee (President), Edwin Lee (Treasurer), Jason Lee (Director) and James Carter (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Tiny Beam Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, animals and education.