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BEACON FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has paid out a total of $6 million in grants to 15 grantees in 2024, primarily focusing on funding initiatives in Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, and prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HILLEL THE FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CAMPUS LIFE
$13.6M
37%
JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PITTSBURGH
$13.1M
35%
CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY
$1.2M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$187.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$168.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BEACON FOUNDATION?
Yes. BEACON FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does BEACON FOUNDATION give?
BEACON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, District Of Columbia, and West Virginia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are BEACON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BEACON FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $188 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BEACON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, BEACON FOUNDATION awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BEACON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, BEACON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include HILLEL THE FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CAMPUS LIFE, JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PITTSBURGH, and CARNEGIE MELLON UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BEACON FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.