Light A Candle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Light A Candle Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$200,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $404,646 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $404,646 | 2 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $200,000 | 1 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
Light A Candle 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 Light A Candle Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NC State University | To expand the resources of the khayrallah center archive | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jimmy Nassour
- Ernest Karam
- Sammy Nassour
Questions people ask
Does Light A Candle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Light A Candle Foundation give?
$200,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Light A Candle Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jimmy Nassour (President), Ernest Karam (Secretary) and Sammy Nassour (Treasurer).
What does Light A Candle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.