AI Summary
THE VIGIL LIGHT INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, making grants solely by invitation. With a total of $600K awarded to four grantees in 2025, the organization does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO PROVIDE HOUSING AND RELATED FACILITIES AND SERVICES FOR LOW-INCOME, SENIOR, AND HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS BY MAKING GRANTS OR LOANS TO CHARITABLE TAX EXEMPT NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS THAT WILL UTILIZE THE FUNDS FOR THE PRECEDING STATED PURPOSES.
Cause Areas
1
Retirement housing
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF SANTA ROSA
$3M
41%
PEP Housing
$2.9M
39%
CAULFIELD LANE SENIOR HOUSING INC
$1.3M
17%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE VIGIL LIGHT INC?
No. THE VIGIL LIGHT INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE VIGIL LIGHT INC give?
THE VIGIL LIGHT INC primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 THE VIGIL LIGHT INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE VIGIL LIGHT INC fall in the $500 thousand to $1 million range. The median first-year grant is about $1.1 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE VIGIL LIGHT INC make each year?
In 2025, THE VIGIL LIGHT INC awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $600 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE VIGIL LIGHT INC fund recently?
In 2025, THE VIGIL LIGHT INC awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF SANTA ROSA, PEP Housing, and CAULFIELD LANE SENIOR HOUSING INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE VIGIL LIGHT INC?
THE VIGIL LIGHT INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.