Light a Single Candle Foundation NFP
Historical FunderChesterfield, Missouri · EIN 42-1557485 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200 and $3,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | PATRICK J SMITH |
|---|---|
| Address | 17050 BAXTER ROAD SUITE 125, CHESTERFIELD MO 63005 |
| Phone | 6367783071 |
| INFO@LIGHTASINGLECANDLE.NET | |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT A LETTER ON THEIR ORGANIZATION'S LETTERHEAD WITH A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED USE OF THE AMOUNT REQUESTED AND PROOF OF NOT FOR PROFIT STATUS. |
| Deadlines | THE UPCOMING SUBMISSION DEADLINE DATES ARE: JUNE 27, 2026 - WILL BE REVIEWED IN AUGUST 2026 SEPTEMBE |
| Restrictions | AWARDS ARE GENERALLY LIMITED TO ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROVIDE SUPPORT IN THIRD WORLD COUNTRIES SUCH AS CHURCHES, ORPHANAGES, SCHOOLS, HEALTHCARE FACILITIES, AND OTHER WORTHY ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE INSTRUMENTAL IN HELPING INDIVIDUALS PURSUE THE CHRISTIAN FAITH AND IMPROVING THEIR STANDARD OF LIVING THROUGH BETTER FOOD AND NUTRITION, HEALTHCARE AND EDUCATION. THE FOUNDATION ALSO SCREENS AND APPROVES OF GRANTS FOLLOWING THESE CRITERIA THAT ARE FUNDED BY A DONOR ADVISED FUND. GRANTS ARE LIMITED TO THREE GEOGRAPHICAL AREAS: INTERNATIONAL, GREATER METROPOLITAN AREA ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI AND WEST CENTRAL ILLINOIS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
66% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philanthropy Missouri | St Louis, MO | General support | $3,000 |
| Food for All DC | Washington, DC | General support | $3,000 |
| Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce | Columbus, IN | General support | $200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,200 | 3 |
| 2024 | $549,984 | 16 |
| 2023 | $2,722,034 | 31 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642519349100104
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 42-1557485
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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