Sunlight Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sunlight Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $413,900 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $8,400 and the largest $150,000. 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$413,900
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$8,400
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $489,200 the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $489,200 | 23 | $9.7 million |
| 2024 | $413,900 | 22 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
Sunlight 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 Sunlight Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $150,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $80,000 |
| Tennessee | 5 | $50,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $18,400 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $15,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $10,900 |
| Virginia | 1 | $9,600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baylor University | Scholarship fund | $150,000 |
| Schwab Charitable Fund | Charitable Fund | $80,000 |
| Cotton Tree Foundation | General Operations | $31,000 |
| United Methodist World Misssion | Staff Support | $20,000 |
| Mexican Indian Training Center | Operations | $20,000 |
| Youth Serving Christ | General Operations | $15,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Individual | Project Support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Staff Support | $9,600 |
| Missionary Flights International | Staff Support | $8,400 |
| Coalition for Outreach | Staff Support | $8,400 |
| Team USA | Staff Support | $8,400 |
| S4CA | General Operations | $6,000 |
| Individual | Staff Support | $6,000 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | Staff Support | $5,600 |
| ETSU Foundation | Scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Univ of Wisconsin Foundation | Scholarship fund | $5,000 |
| Woodmont Baptist Church | General Budget | $5,000 |
| United World Mission | Staff Support | $4,000 |
| Mission Safety International | General Operations | $3,000 |
| ASOPRS Foundation | Project Support | $2,500 |
| Mt Air Com Fund | Project Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy Siktberg
- Deborah D Sherman
Questions people ask
Does Sunlight Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sunlight Foundation give?
$413,900 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $8,400.
Who runs Sunlight Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Timothy Siktberg (Secretary) and Deborah D Sherman (President).
What does Sunlight Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and international.