Children of Light
Preselected recipients only
Children of Light is a private foundation in Twinsburg, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,850 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $69,850. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$91,850
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$69,850
- Assets$15,860
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,740 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $37,500 | 4 | $7,143 |
| 2024 | $47,740 | 3 | $16,851 |
| 2025 | $91,850 | 5 | $15,860 |
How to apply
Children of Light 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 Children of Light funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio. It also paid $5,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $77,350 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $4,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Kizito Foundation | Charitable contribution | $69,850 |
| Comboni Missionaries | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| North American Province of the Congregation of Our Lady of the Cenacle Inc | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| St Marys's Church in Nchang Cameroon Diocesse of Mamfe | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Diocese of Kumba | Charitable contribution | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Leahy
- Veronica Leahy
- Rachel Erdelyi
- Kyle Rohrig
- Briana M Amato Leahy
- Michelle Leahy
Questions people ask
Does Children of Light accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Children of Light give?
$91,850 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Children of Light?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Leahy (Chairman of the Board and President), Veronica Leahy (Vice President and Secretary), Rachel Erdelyi (Treasurer) and Kyle Rohrig (Assistant Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Children of Light fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.