The Luminous Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Luminous Foundation is a private foundation in Maumee, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $631,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $21,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$631,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$21,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$965,196
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
67% 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 | $1.3 million | 5 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $631,000 | 3 | $965,196 |
How to apply
The Luminous 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 The Luminous Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 3 | $631,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale College | General fund | $600,000 |
| Great Lakes Center for the Arts | General fund | $21,000 |
| St Mary of the Assumption | General fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cleves R Delp
- Kathleen M Delp
- Morgan E Delp
- Sydney J Gurnee
- John Dugan Delp
- Maverick M Delp
- Royce Winston J Delp
Questions people ask
Does The Luminous Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Luminous Foundation give?
$631,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $21,000.
Who runs The Luminous Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cleves R Delp (Trustee), Kathleen M Delp (Trustee), Morgan E Delp (Trustee) and Sydney J Gurnee (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Luminous Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.