Safelite Foundation
The Safelite AutoGlass Foundation is a corporate foundation established in 2005 as the official giving arm of Safelite. Based in Columbus, Ohio, it is an employee-run organization that administers charitable giving on behalf of Safelite and its associates. The foundation supports approved causes and charities through donations and volunteer initiatives in communities where Safelite employees live and work.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$7.6M
+12.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.0M
+38.3% YoY
Grant Count
111
+3.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$27K
+33.3% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Safelite Foundation reported a distributable amount of $197K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: The foundation helps those who have hit a bump in the road find a clear road ahead by partnering with organizations that provide safety, stability, and a sense of belonging.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Family and well-being
- Children in need and foster care support
- Health and well-being of children and families
- Education
- Community health and human services
Notable Program Areas:
- Afrika Tikkun US (supporting children in need in South African communities)
- Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio (supporting health and well-being of children and families)
- The Ohio State University Foundation (supporting students, faculty, programs, and facilities)
- Foster Love/Together We Rise Corporation (supporting children who have navigated the foster care system)
- Safelite AutoGlass Foundation Golf Classic and Safelite Challenge (supporting organizations that promote family health and well-being)
Grantmaking
The foundation supports eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in Columbus, Ohio and Franklin and contiguous counties that align with its giving priorities. Organizations meeting these criteria can submit grant requests through the foundation's website.
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily supports organizations in:
- Columbus, Ohio (headquarters location)
- Franklin County and contiguous counties in Ohio
- National and international giving through specific partnerships
- Operations in Ohio, Texas, and California
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $7,591,878
- Total Revenue: $4,624,145
- Total Expenses: $3,756,391
- Total Liabilities: $0
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $6,724,124
- Total Revenue: $4,639,433
- Total Expenses: $2,846,435
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $7,591,878 | $6,724,124 | $4,931,126 |
| Revenue | $4,624,145 | $4,639,433 | $3,544,354 |
| Expenses | $3,756,391 | $2,846,435 | $3,898,431 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $2,960,387 | $2,140,334 | $3,243,571 |
| Net Investment Income | $120,117 | $106,291 | $60,903 |
| Distributable Amount | $197,454 | $137,896 | $175,320 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Afrika Tikkun Us ($550,000), American Red Cross of Greater Columbus ($50,000), Big Brothers Big Sisters of America ($30,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AFRIKA TIKKUN US Mount Vernon, OH | HELP ORG SERVE CHARITY | $550,000 |
| AFTER-SCHOOL ALL-STARS OHIO COLUMBUS, OH | HELP ORG SERVE CHARITY | $5,000 |
| ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION ORANGE COUNTY IRVINE, CA | HELP ORG SERVE CHARITY | $2,500 |
| AMERICAN HEARING IMPAIRED HOCKEY ASSOCIATION INC EVANSTON, IL | HELP ORG SERVE CHARITY | $2,500 |
| AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION cOLUMBUS, OH | HELP ORG SERVE CHARITY | $5,500 |
| AMERICAN RED CROSS OF GREATER COLUMBUS COLUMBUS, OH | HELP ORG SERVE CHARITY | $50,000 |
| ARIS FOUNDATION INC TEMPE, AZ | HELP ORG SERVE CHARITY | $2,500 |
| ARIZONA CANCER FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN SCOTTSDALE, AZ | HELP ORG SERVE CHARITY | $5,000 |
| AUTISM SPEAKS INC INDEPENDENCE, OH | HELP ORG SERVE CHARITY | $2,500 |
| BE A BETTER ME FOUNDATION CANTON, OH | HELP ORG SERVE CHARITY | $2,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Doug Herron (Principal Officer)
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renee Cacchillo | PRESIDENT | 5 | — |
| BRIAN M DIMASI | SECRETARY | 5 | — |
| WENDY J BRADSHAW | VICE PRESIDENT | 5 | — |
| MONICA KING | TREASURER | 5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation actively engages in community support through multiple initiatives:
**National Giving Campaign:** Each fall, Safelite employees have the opportunity to contribute to causes they care about, collectively making impact across the country.
Safelite AutoGlass\xAE Foundation Awards $300,000 in Impact Grants ...**Sponsored Events:** The foundation supports community impact through events including the Safelite Charity Golf Classic and the Safelite Challenge.
Exciting news! We're proud to announce our Safelite Foundation's ...**Foster Care Partnership:** The foundation is proud to support Foster Love, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the foster care experience for children.
Exciting news! We're proud to announce our Safelite Foundation's ...**Volunteer Support:** Safelite empowers all employees to volunteer in their local communities, with the foundation supporting these volunteer initiatives.
Exciting news! We're proud to announce our Safelite Foundation's ...**Tax Status:** 501(c)(3) organization; tax-exempt since March 2006; EIN: 20-3683768
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Safelite Foundation fund?
**Mission:** The foundation helps those who have hit a bump in the road find a clear road ahead by partnering with organizations that provide safety, stability, and a sense of belonging. **Primary Focus Areas:** • Family and well-being • Children in need and foster care support • Health and well-being of children and families • Education • Community health and human services **Notable Program Areas:** • Afrika Tikkun US (supporting children in need in South African communities) • Ronald McDonal…
How do I apply for a grant from Safelite Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Made 107 grants in 2023 • Total giving: $2,960,387 (2024) • Typical award range: $2,500 to $1,695,000 **Recent Grant Examples (2024):** • Afrika Tikkun USA: $550,000 • The Ohio State University Foundation: $250,000 • Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio: $126,100 **Application Process:** The foundation supports eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in Columbus, Ohio and Franklin and contiguous counties that align with its giving priorities. Organizations meeting thes…
Where does Safelite Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily supports organizations in: • Columbus, Ohio (headquarters location) • Franklin County and contiguous counties in Ohio • National and international giving through specific partnerships • Operations in Ohio, Texas, and California
What size grants does Safelite Foundation award?
In 2024, Safelite Foundation awarded 111 grants totaling $3.0M — an average of about $27K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Safelite Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Safelite Foundation reported a distributable amount of $197K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Safelite Foundation's EIN?
Safelite Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-3683768. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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