Shine Your Light
Preselected recipients only
Shine Your Light is a private foundation in Cleveland, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,165 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$45,165
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$108,201
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,200 the year before.
43% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,200 | 6 | $89,892 |
| 2025 | $45,165 | 8 | $108,201 |
How to apply
Shine Your 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 Shine Your Light funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 6 | $36,516 |
| Colorado | 1 | $6,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,649 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eagles of Peace | Operating funds | $12,000 |
| Dao Ministries | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Encouragement Inc | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Isaiah 117 House | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Project 61-3 Ministries | Operating funds | $6,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Operating funds | $5,016 |
| Kusel Mission Ministry | Operating funds | $2,649 |
| Individual | Operating funds | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Terry Knecht
- Stuart Belva
Questions people ask
Does Shine Your Light accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shine Your Light give?
$45,165 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Shine Your Light?
Its 2025 filing lists Terry Knecht (Director) and Stuart Belva (Director).
What does Shine Your Light fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.