How to apply
NONE Contact: Jason Bright, 225 South 6th Street Suite 4125, Minneapolis, Mn, 6126728342, NONE Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: Individuals must be currently enrolled in an education institution and have demonstrated excellence in the areas of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, conflict-resolution, art, writing, and music. The scholar must be above the age of 12. The scholarship must be used towards qualifying educational expenses.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
Top 2 of 5 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of St ThomasSt Paul, MN | Engineering scholarship | $500K |
| The McDonough InstituteCharlottesville, VA | General support | $39K |
By state: Minnesota 3 · Virginia 1 · Montana 1
About this foundation
The Bright Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota, tax-exempt since 2016. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does The Bright Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. NONE Deadlines: NONE.
How much does The Bright Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $584K across 5 grants, a median of $21K.
Where does The Bright Foundation give?
Minnesota (3 grants), Virginia (1 grants), Montana (1 grants), per its latest filing.
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