Perfect Light Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Perfect Light Foundation is a private foundation in New Braunfels, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,900 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $325 and the largest $23,400. 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$35,900
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$325
- Largest grant$23,400
- Assets$372,542
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,451 the year before.
18% 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 | $36,331 | 33 | $402,665 |
| 2024 | $35,451 | 34 | $379,184 |
| 2025 | $35,900 | 28 | $372,542 |
How to apply
Perfect Light 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 Perfect Light Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $31,550 |
| Arizona | 2 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $700 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $700 |
| Missouri | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $350 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $300 |
| Michigan | 1 | $200 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $200 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Concordia Lutheran Church | General fund | $23,400 |
| Assistance League of Houston | Art show | $1,500 |
| New Braunfels Food Bank | General fund | $1,500 |
| Room Redux | General fund | $1,500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Operation heal our patriots | $700 |
| Turning Point USA | General fund | $700 |
| Family Promise of Greater New Braunfels | General fund | $500 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Cancer diagnosis and treatment | $500 |
| New Braunfels Angels | General fund | $500 |
| Salvation Army | General fund | $500 |
| Cure RTD Foundation | General fund | $500 |
| Mercy Ships | General fund | $500 |
| LCMS | General fund | $500 |
| Turning Point for God | General fund | $350 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Religious freedom | $300 |
| Navigators | General fund | $300 |
| Samministries | General fund | $250 |
| Coalition to Salute America's Heroe | Support for wounded veterans | $200 |
| Crisis Center of Comal County | General fund | $200 |
| Hillsdale College | General fund | $200 |
| Leadership Institute | General fund | $200 |
| Sacred Heart Southern Mission | General fund | $200 |
| St Jude Children's Cancer Hospital | General fund | $200 |
| Young America's Foundation | General fund | $200 |
| Comal County Senior Citizens Foundation | General fund | $200 |
| George Washington's Mount Vernon | General fund | $100 |
| Kids Wish Network | General fund | $100 |
| Special Olympics | General fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- David Heminger
- Cynthia Heminger
Questions people ask
Does Perfect Light Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Perfect Light Foundation give?
$35,900 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $325.
Who runs Perfect Light Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Heminger (Trustee) and Cynthia Heminger (Trustee).
What does Perfect Light Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and human services.