Brightfocus Foundation
Clarksburg, Maryland · EIN 237337229 · Private foundation
Brightfocus Foundation is a Maryland-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2021) reports $25.3M in annual giving against $66.5M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 436 grants for Brightfocus Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Brightfocus Foundation funds
Brightfocus Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University NATIONAL GLAUCOMA RESEARCH BY SIMON JOHN, PHD, ENTITLED: (CG2020004) | New York, NY | $667K | 2021 |
| University of Southern California ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE RESEARCH BY JINKOOK LEE, PHD, ENTITLED: (CA2023001) | Los Angeles, CA | $600K | 2023 |
| University of California San Francisco MACULAR DEGENERATION RESEARCH BY APARNA. LAKKARAJU, PHD, ENTITLED: (M2021020I) | San Francisco, CA | $599K | 2021 |
How to apply for funding from Brightfocus Foundation
Brightfocus 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. You can review the foundation directly at brightfocus.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Brightfocus Foundation
- Does Brightfocus Foundation accept grant applications?
- Brightfocus 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 Brightfocus Foundation fund?
- Brightfocus Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Columbia University, University of Southern California, University of California San Francisco. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Brightfocus Foundation give in grants?
- Brightfocus Foundation reported $25.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $92.9M over 436 grants.
- Where is Brightfocus Foundation located?
- Brightfocus Foundation is based in Clarksburg, Maryland. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 237337229.
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