Jack H & William M Light Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Jack H & William M Light Charitable Trust is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $670,000 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$670,000
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$14.9 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $593,500 the year before.
29% of its 2025 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 | $625,000 | 49 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $593,500 | 49 | $13.9 million |
| 2025 | $670,000 | 41 | $14.9 million |
How to apply
Jack H & William M Light Charitable Trust 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 Jack H & William M Light Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 38 | $620,625 |
| Colorado | 1 | $19,375 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Springspirit Inc | Unrestricted | $65,000 |
| Newday Services for Children and Families | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Spring Branch Education Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| West Houston Young Life | Unrestricted | $31,875 |
| Bo's Place | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Spectrum Linx Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Kids' Meals Inc | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Lone Star Flight Museum | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Young Life - Lonehollow Ranch | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Crested Butte - Gunnison Young Life | Unrestricted | $19,375 |
| Cal Farley's Boys Ranch | Unrestricted | $17,500 |
| Casa de Esperanza de Los Ninos | Unrestricted | $16,875 |
| Amazing Place | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Belong Bakery DBA Belong Kitchen HTX | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Bridgeyear | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Camp for All | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Covenant House Texas | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Pathways for Little Feet | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Mind Depression and Bipolar Support | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Serenity Retreat for Healing and Spiritual Renewal | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Memorial High School Booster Club Inc | Unrestricted | $11,875 |
| Bear Be A Resource for CPS Kids | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Brenda and John H Duncan Rise School | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Bynum School | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Camp Allen Conference and Retreat Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Christian Community Service Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Houston | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Depelchin Children's Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Nehemiah Center Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Neuhaus Education Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Women's Home | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Workfaith Connection | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Tirr Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Houston Stutter Social for Kids | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Gladney Center for Adoption | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Louise Batz Patient Safety Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Steel Magnolia Moms | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Texas Childrens Hospital - Huber Neurodiscovery Co | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Light Lawhon Padon
- David Light III
Questions people ask
Does Jack H & William M Light Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jack H & William M Light Charitable Trust give?
$670,000 in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Jack H & William M Light Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Light Lawhon Padon (Director) and David Light III (Director).
What does Jack H & William M Light Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.