C D Light Foundation
Preselected recipients only
C D Light Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $1,139 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $104 and the largest $350. 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$1,139
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$104
- Largest grant$350
- Assets$70,091
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4,513 the year before.
86% 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 | $4,513 | 8 | $26,484 |
| 2024 | $1,139 | 7 | $70,091 |
How to apply
C D Light 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 C D Light Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $350 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $280 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
| New York | 2 | $182 |
| Florida | 1 | $77 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Cure blood cancer & improve quality | $350 |
| Pan-Mass Challenge | Cancer research & care | $250 |
| Providence Day School | Support annual fund drive | $228 |
| Lupus Researchorg | Patient centered lupus research | $104 |
| Amer Foundation Suicide Prevention | Supporting lives affected by suicide | $78 |
| Best Buddies | Support people affected by develpmen | $77 |
| 24FOUNDATIONORG | Supporting cancer patients & communi | $52 |
Officers and trustees
- Puneet Chandhok
- Sameer Chandhok
- Kalpana Chandhok
Questions people ask
Does C D Light Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does C D Light Foundation give?
$1,139 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $104.
Who runs C D Light Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Puneet Chandhok (Director), Sameer Chandhok (Director) and Kalpana Chandhok (Director).
What does C D Light Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.