Bright Horizon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bright Horizon Foundation is a private foundation in Princeton, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.3 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $6.3 million. 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$6.3 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$6.3 million
- Assets$259 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8.4 million the year before.
33% 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 | $8.4 million | 8 | $218 million |
| 2024 | $6.3 million | 3 | $259 million |
How to apply
Bright Horizon 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 Bright Horizon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio. It also paid $50,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $6.3 million |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund | Facilitate, support and increase charitable activities | $6.3 million |
| Center for Humanitarian Dialogue | Build principles of humanity, impartiality and independence. | $50,000 |
| Neo Philanthropy | Build movements for justice, equity and dignity. | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Louis Salkind
- Deborah Rennels Salkind
Questions people ask
Does Bright Horizon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bright Horizon Foundation give?
$6.3 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Bright Horizon Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Louis Salkind (President) and Deborah Rennels Salkind (Treasurer).
What does Bright Horizon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.