Beacon Foundation
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · EIN 202734721 · Private foundation
Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Beacon Foundation has awarded $32.1M across 52 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Hillel International. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Beacon Foundation funds
Beacon Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on faith-based (jewish), higher education.
Populations it has supported include older adults.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillel International CHARITABLE | Washington, DC | $3.0M | 2020 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh CHARITABLE | Pittsburgh, PA | $2.6M | 2024 |
| Hillel International CHARITABLE | Washington, DC | $1.9M | 2017 |
How to apply for funding from Beacon Foundation
Beacon Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about Beacon Foundation
- Does Beacon Foundation accept grant applications?
- Beacon Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Beacon Foundation fund?
- Beacon Foundation's grants focus on faith-based (jewish). Example recipients include Hillel International, Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Beacon Foundation give in grants?
- Beacon Foundation reported $3.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $32.1M over 52 grants.
- Where is Beacon Foundation located?
- Beacon Foundation is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 202734721.
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