Northlight Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Northlight Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.3 million in 46 grants; the typical grant was $72,500 and the largest $1.2 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$7.3 million
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$72,500
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$99.3 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6.6 million the year before.
56% 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 | $6.6 million | 57 | $95.2 million |
| 2024 | $7.3 million | 46 | $99.3 million |
How to apply
Northlight 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 Northlight Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $1.4 million |
| Michigan | 2 | $1.3 million |
| Virginia | 2 | $1.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $870,000 |
| Maine | 6 | $826,666 |
| California | 5 | $698,773 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $375,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $210,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $150,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $135,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Support organization's programs & activities | $1.2 million |
| The Conservation Fund | Support organization's programs & activities | $1.1 million |
| The New School | Support organization's programs & activities | $640,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Support organization's programs & activities | $485,714 |
| Center for American Progress | Support organization's programs & activities | $465,000 |
| Openminds | Support organization's programs & activities | $375,000 |
| Tides Center | Support organization's programs & activities | $333,333 |
| Maine Trust for Local News | Support organization's programs & activities | $300,000 |
| The Trust for Public Land | Support organization's programs & activities | $300,000 |
| Alaska Wilderness League | Support organization's programs & activities | $280,000 |
| Maine Community Foundation Inc | Support organization's programs & activities | $200,000 |
| Friends of Katahdin Woods and Waters | Support organization's programs & activities | $166,666 |
| Native Movement | Support organization's programs & activities | $150,000 |
| Fidelity Daf | Support organization's programs & activities | $135,000 |
| The Telluride Foundation | Support organization's programs & activities | $130,000 |
| Blue Chip Player Development | Support organization's programs & activities | $100,000 |
| The Wilderness Society | Support organization's programs & activities | $100,000 |
| National September 11 Memorial & Museum | Support organization's programs & activities | $100,000 |
| Maine Conservation Alliance | Support organization's programs & activities | $80,000 |
| Amercian Indian Community House | Support organization's programs & activities | $75,000 |
| George Mason University Foundation | Support organization's programs & activities | $75,000 |
| Native American Rights Fund | Support organization's programs & activities | $75,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Northern New England Inc | Support organization's programs & activities | $75,000 |
| Northern Alaska Environmental Center | Support organization's programs & activities | $70,000 |
| Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs | Support organization's programs & activities | $60,000 |
| Gwich'in Steering Committee | Support organization's programs & activities | $50,000 |
| South Bronx Unite | Support organization's programs & activities | $50,000 |
| St George CDC Cte Makerspace Fund | Support organization's programs & activities | $50,000 |
| Trekkers | Support organization's programs & activities | $30,000 |
| Ecoamerica | Support organization's programs & activities | $25,000 |
| Public Art Fund Inc | Support organization's programs & activities | $25,000 |
| Nylcv Education Fund Inc | Support organization's programs & activities | $10,000 |
| Biodiversity Funders Group | Support organization's programs & activities | $5,000 |
| Colorado State University Foundation | Support organization's programs & activities | $5,000 |
| FC Harlem | Support organization's programs & activities | $4,000 |
| Hovnanian School | Support organization's programs & activities | $4,000 |
| Per Scholas | Support organization's programs & activities | $4,000 |
| Feeding Tampa Bay | Support organization's programs & activities | $1,800 |
| Lubavitch on the Palisades | Support organization's programs & activities | $1,700 |
| American Cancer Society | Support organization's programs & activities | $1,055 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel R Tishman
- Sheryl C Tishman
- Francis W Beck
- Cara Weinrich
Questions people ask
Does Northlight Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Northlight Foundation Inc give?
$7.3 million in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $72,500.
Who runs Northlight Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel R Tishman (Director), Sheryl C Tishman (Director), Francis W Beck (Director) and Cara Weinrich (Officer).
What does Northlight Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.