The Light Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyLakewood, New Jersey · EIN 20-8111464 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$148K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$6,500
Total assets-$36,471
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside New Jersey.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zichron Yonah Yosef | New York, NY | Educational, religious and charitable | $77,500 |
| Yeshiva Shaarei Chochma | Jerusalem, IS | Educational, religious, and charitable | $43,000 |
| Lakewood Cheder | Lakewood, NJ | Educational, religious and charitable | $10,500 |
| Nesivas Aaron | Jackson, NJ | Educational, religious and charitable | $8,100 |
| Bais Yaakov | Lakewood, NJ | Educational, religious and charitable | $6,500 |
| Cong Zichron Yisroel | Lakewood, NJ | Educational, religious and charitable | $1,000 |
| Cong Oizer Dalim | Brooklyn, NY | Educational, religious and charitable | $1,000 |
| Esther Apter Donor Advised Fund | Paramus, NJ | Educational, religious and charitable | $500 |
| Robert Shanik | Lakewood, NJ | Educational, religious and charitable | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $148,200 | 9 |
| 2024 | $143,850 | 7 |
| 2023 | $222,900 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602089349100410
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-8111464
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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