Beacon Light Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Beacon Light Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Peconic, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $116,348 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $1,640 and the largest $11,285. 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$116,348
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$1,640
- Largest grant$11,285
- Assets$76,012
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was down from $116,487 the year before.
59% of its 2024 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 | $116,487 | 45 | $36,796 |
| 2024 | $116,348 | 38 | $76,012 |
How to apply
Beacon Light Foundation 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.
What Beacon Light Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $10,570 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 33 | $97,378 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,900 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nassau Bar Foundation | Contribution | $11,285 |
| Save A Child's Heart Foundation | Contribution | $10,370 |
| Interfaith Nutrition Network | Contribution | $10,010 |
| G22 Empowerment Project | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Individual | Contribution | $7,915 |
| Alzheimers's Association | Contribution | $5,900 |
| Covenant House | Contribution | $5,000 |
| New York Academy of Art | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Individual | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Friends of Saratoga County Animal | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Southold Fire Department | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Perlman Music Program | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Cast | Contribution | $3,564 |
| Individual | Contribution | $3,000 |
| North Fork Chamber of Commerce | Contribution | $2,675 |
| The Society of the Friendly Sons | Contribution | $2,090 |
| 2nd Call | Contribution | $2,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Rotary Club of Southhold | Contribution | $1,780 |
| Individual | Contribution | $1,500 |
| Warriors for A Cause | Contribution | $1,500 |
| We Care Fund | Contribution | $1,250 |
| American Legion | Contribution | $1,250 |
| Individual | Contribution | $1,037 |
| Northwell Foundation | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Sunflower Network | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Individual | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Saratoga Chamber of Congress | Contribution | $990 |
| The Viscardi Center | Contribution | $500 |
| Sh-Or Yoshuv Institute | Contribution | $500 |
| American Heart Association | Contribution | $500 |
| Oysterpond's Elementary PTA | Contribution | $400 |
| Southold Historical Society | Contribution | $250 |
| St John the Baptist Church | Contribution | $250 |
| Kat's Ribbon of Hope | Contribution | $225 |
| Greenville Baker Boys Girls Club | Contribution | $207 |
| North Shore Women's Centre | Contribution | $200 |
| Marist Fund | Contribution | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Alice Bennett
- Charles T Bennett
- Scott Bennett
Questions people ask
Does Beacon Light Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Beacon Light Foundation Inc give?
$116,348 in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $1,640.
Who runs Beacon Light Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Alice Bennett (President), Charles T Bennett (Treasurer) and Scott Bennett (Sec'y).
What does Beacon Light Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, international and arts and culture.