One Point of Light Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
One Point of Light Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Astoria, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $300,750 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $38,500. 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$300,750
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$38,500
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was down from $379,250 the year before.
9% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $379,250 | 45 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $300,750 | 35 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
One Point of 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 One Point of Light Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 24 | $228,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $29,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $14,500 |
| California | 1 | $13,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $8,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $7,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Karl A Spahlinger Scholarship Fund | College sholarship funds | $38,500 |
| Queens County Farm Museum | Operating expenses | $21,000 |
| Individual | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| St Mary's Foundation for Children | Operating expenses | $13,500 |
| American Red Cross | Operating expenses | $11,000 |
| Bowery Mission | Operating expenses | $11,000 |
| Coastal Preservation Network | Operating expenses | $11,000 |
| College Point Vol Ambulan | Operating expenses | $11,000 |
| Mayor's Alliance for NYC Animals | Operating expenses | $11,000 |
| Individual | Operating expenses | $11,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Operating expenses | $11,000 |
| United Service Organizati | Operating expenses | $11,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | Operating expenses | $11,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| Humane Society | Operating expenses | $9,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Operating expenses | $9,000 |
| Queens Historical Society | Operating expenses | $8,000 |
| Shriners Childrens Hospital | Operating expenses | $8,000 |
| College Point Memorial Day Parade | Operating expenses | $7,000 |
| College Point Roller Hockey | Operating expenses | $7,000 |
| Wikimedia | Operating expenses | $7,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Operating expenses | $7,000 |
| Cliffside Dialysis Center | Operating expenses | $6,500 |
| A Better College Point Civic Associ | Operating expenses | $6,000 |
| College Point Little League | Operating expenses | $6,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Operating expenses | $5,500 |
| Fresh Air Fund | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Nysum | Operating expenses | $4,500 |
| Tunnel 2 Towers | Operating expenses | $4,000 |
| First Reformed Church | Operating expenses | $2,500 |
| Minor Miracles Foundation | Operating expenses | $2,500 |
| St Johns Lutheran Church | Operating expenses | $2,500 |
| National World War II Museum | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Operating expenses | $1,000 |
| National Arbor Day Foundation | Operating expenses | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary W Weeks
- Michael Vietri
- Anaivys Mercader
- Lynne Serpe
Questions people ask
Does One Point of Light Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does One Point of Light Foundation Inc give?
$300,750 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs One Point of Light Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary W Weeks (Foundation M), Michael Vietri (Director), Anaivys Mercader (Director) and Lynne Serpe (Director).
What does One Point of Light Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.