The Bright Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Bright Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Summersville, West Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $324,250 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $300,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$324,250
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6,625 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $5,625 | 5 | $29,325 |
| 2023 | $6,625 | 6 | $36,762 |
| 2024 | $324,250 | 10 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Patricia B Bright One Bright Pond Lane, Summersville, WV 26651 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (304) 872-3000 |
| What to submit | No prescribed format. A brief letter of request would be appropriate. |
What The Bright Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $300,000 |
| West Virginia | 9 | $24,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmer Eye Institute | General donation | $300,000 |
| Wvu Cancer Center | General donation | $15,000 |
| Summersville Youth Athletics | General donation | $1,500 |
| Individual | Higher education scholarhip | $1,250 |
| Individual | Higher education scholarhip | $1,250 |
| Individual | Higher education scholarhip | $1,250 |
| Individual | Higher education scholarhip | $1,250 |
| Individual | Higher education scholarship | $1,250 |
| Nicholas County Community Foundation | Professional movers of historical items from rt. 39 house to boe to be used as educational materials for the students of nicholas county | $1,000 |
| Individual | Graduation gift | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia B Bright
- Anne Bright Campf
- Elizabeth M Bright
- Sara T Bright
- Darren M Campf
- William T Bright
Questions people ask
Does The Bright Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Bright Foundation Inc give?
$324,250 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs The Bright Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Patricia B Bright (Director/Vp), Anne Bright Campf (Director/President), Elizabeth M Bright (Director) and Sara T Bright (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Bright Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.