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The Lighthouse for the Blind

St Louis, Missouri  ·  EIN 430652639  ·  Private foundation

The Lighthouse for the Blind is a Missouri-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $658K in annual giving against $120.0M in assets. This page documents the 40 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for The Lighthouse for the Blind — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$658K
Annual giving (FY2020)
$120.0M
Total assets
40
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What The Lighthouse for the Blind funds

The Lighthouse for the Blind's giving carries a documented focus on disability services.

Disability Services

Populations it has supported include children, families.

childrenfamilies

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for The Lighthouse for the Blind, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Mindseye Radio
SUPPORT OF SOIREE, GATEWAY ARCHERS BEEPBALL, AUDIO DESCRIPTION SERVICES, AND REMOTE BROADCAST PROGRAM.
Belleville, IL$200K2024
Delta Gamma Center for Children With Visual Impairments
PROVIDE FUNDING FOR FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES TO HELP PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPARIMENTS TO DEVELOP A NETWORK OF SUPPORT AS THEY LEAR
St Louis, MO$150K2024
Delta Gamma Center for Children With Visual Impairments
PROVIDE FUNDING FOR FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES TO HELP PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPARIMENTS TO DEVELOP A NETWORK OF SUPPORT AS THEY LEAR
St Louis, MO$137K2022
Delta Gamma Center for Children With Visual Impairments
PROVIDE FUNDING FOR FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES TO HELP PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPARIMENTS TO DEVELOP A NETWORK OF SUPPORT AS THEY LEAR
St Louis, MO$132K2023
Delta Gamma Center for Children With Visual Impairments
PROVIDE FUNDING FOR FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES TO HELP PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPARIMENTS TO DEVELOP A NETWORK OF SUPPORT AS THEY LEAR
St Louis, MO$132K2020
Delta Gamma Center for Children With Visual Impairments
PROVIDE FUNDING FOR FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES TO HELP PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPARIMENTS TO DEVELOP A NETWORK OF SUPPORT AS THEY LEAR
St Louis, MO$132K2019
Mindseye Radio
SUPPORT OF SOIREE, GATEWAY ARCHERS BEEPBALL, AUDITO DESCRIPTION SERVICES, AND REMOTE BROADCAST PROGRAM.
Belleville, IL$92K2023
Us Space and Rocket Center
PROVIDE FUNDING FOR BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED STUDENTS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD TO ATTEND SCIVIS(SPACE CAMP FOR INTERESTED VISUALLY IMPARIE
Huntsville, AL$84K2022
Mindseye Radio
FOR GENERAL SUPPORT OF ORGANIZATION THAT ENHANCES DAILY LIVING OF LEGALLY BLIND INDIVIDUALS
Belleville, IL$80K2022
St Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired
FUNDING OF FULL TIME OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST AND PART TIME MARKETING SPECIALIST.
St Louis, MO$76K2023
Mindseye Radio
FOR GENERAL SUPPORT OF ORGANIZATION THAT ENHANCES DAILY LIVING OF LEGALLY BLIND INDIVIDUALS
Belleville, IL$68K2020
Saint Louis Universtity
FUNDING TO DESIGN A HOCKEY PUCK TO BE USED BY BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED INDIVIDUALS WHEN PLAYING HOCKEY.
St Louis, MO$60K2023
St Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired
FUNDING OF FULL TIME OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST AND PART TIME MARKETING SPECIALIST.
St Louis, MO$54K2024
St Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired
PROVIDE FUNDING FOR THE SALARY OF A FULL TIME OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST TO PROVIDE LOW VISION TRAINING TO CLIENTS IN THEIR HOME AND TO WORK IN
St Louis, MO$47K2019
St Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Impaired
PROVIDE FUNDING FOR THE SALARY OF A FULL TIME OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST TO PROVIDE LOW VISION TRAINING TO CLIENTS IN THEIR HOME AND TO WORK IN
St Louis, MO$46K2020

The Lighthouse for the Blind giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2019$300K
2020$291K
2022$369K
2023$460K
2024$593K

How to apply for funding from The Lighthouse for the Blind

The Lighthouse for the Blind's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at lhbindustries.com.

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Frequently asked questions about The Lighthouse for the Blind

Does The Lighthouse for the Blind accept grant applications?
The Lighthouse for the Blind's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does The Lighthouse for the Blind fund?
The Lighthouse for the Blind's grants focus on disability services. Recent recipients include Mindseye Radio, Delta Gamma Center for Children With Visual Impairments, Delta Gamma Center for Children With Visual Impairments. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does The Lighthouse for the Blind give in grants?
The Lighthouse for the Blind reported $658K in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $2.0M over 40 grants.
Where is The Lighthouse for the Blind located?
The Lighthouse for the Blind is based in St Louis, Missouri. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 430652639.
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About this profile. This page is built from The Lighthouse for the Blind's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with The Lighthouse for the Blind. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.