AI Summary
The Shine the Light Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model, and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $250,000 in grants to one selected grantee. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
FUNDRAISING AND SUPPORT FOR FAIRFAX CASA.
Cause Areas
1
Human rights
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

FAIRFAX COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES INC
Fairfax, VA
$1.4M
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION?
No. SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION give?
SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in 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 SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $43 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $250 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include FAIRFAX COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION?
SHINE THE LIGHT FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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