The Beacon Foundation
The Beacon Foundation is a private foundation based in Warwick, Rhode Island. It makes grants and donations to U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations and municipalities, with an emphasis on supporting Rhode Island and surrounding communities.
The Beacon Foundation at a glance
In short: The Beacon Foundation gave $205K across 151 grants in 2025 (avg $1K), mostly in Rhode Island. 41% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $205,325
- +4.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 151
- -12.7% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $1,360
- +19.5% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $4,539,312
- +5.4% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 41% first-time grantees (61 of 149, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Rhode Island (85% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Beacon Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
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The Foundation accepts unsolicited requests and does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. The 2025 filing lists Amy C. Vitale as the contact for applications. Requests should include the organization’s name and address, principal director’s name, 501(c)(3) status, the purpose of the request and how it would benefit Rhode Island and its business, educational, nonprofit, and cultural community, contact information, and the organization’s web address. Requests of $5,000 or less should be on organizational letterhead. Requests above $5,000 may use a written grant application and may include organizational purpose and goals, financial audit or review, operating budget and accounting procedures, and sources of income.
- Review Cycle
- The 2025 filing describes submissions as rolling, with no applicable deadline. The Foundation’s website says requests are reviewed quarterly on its foundation page and monthly on its community-relations page. Its donation and sponsorship pages advise submitting requests 6–8 weeks before an event or program, and no later than 8 weeks before an event, respectively.
- Deadline
- The 2025 filing describes submissions as rolling, with no applicable deadline.
- Contact
Application contact: Amy C Vitale
Mailing address: One Beacon Centre, Warwick, RI 02886-1378
Phone: (401) 825-2681
Email: avitale@beaconmutual.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from The Beacon Foundation
Who The Beacon Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Rhode Island Institute for Labor Studies and Research ($20K). Together the top 10 received $68K.
Grant Size Distribution
550 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 550 grants of 550 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation’s stated priority is Rhode Island and surrounding communities. In filing year 2025, recipient-state shares of grant dollars were Rhode Island 85%, Massachusetts 9%, Georgia 2%, Washington, DC 2%, and New York 1%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 151 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Beacon Foundation open to new grantees?
41%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 61 of 149 grantees (41%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $808; repeat grants $2K. How we count
Medians: $500 first-time, $1K repeat.
- 50% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 85% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 106% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $109K (2021) to $205K (2025). In 2025 it made 151 grants totaling $205K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island Institute for Labor Studies and Research Cranston, RI | General Support | $20,100 |
| Rhode Island Community Food Bank Association Providence, RI | General Support | $8,300 |
| Rhode Island Foundation Providence, RI | General Support | $8,000 |
| We Share Hope Rumford, RI | General Support | $5,100 |
| Greggs Giving Tree Inc East Greenwich, RI | General Support | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island CPCU Scholarship Fund Lincoln, RI | General Support | $5,000 |
| Scruffy Paws Animal Rescue Warwick, RI | General Support | $5,000 |
| American Cancer Society Inc - Rhode Island Kennesaw, GA | General Support | $4,225 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Fall River Fall River, MA | General Support | $3,600 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Ne Region (NKA Blood Cancer United Inc) Washington, DC | General Support | $3,550 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,539,312 | $640,268 | $233,732 | $205,325 | 151 | $221,151 | $630,505 | $208,304 |
| 2024 | $4,306,177 | $130,657 | $221,392 | $196,897 | 173 | $210,405 | $121,220 | $209,195 |
| 2023 | $4,160,164 | $824,549 | $177,121 | $153,650 | 87 | $167,212 | $85,454 | $169,970 |
| 2022 | $3,295,103 | $1,041,356 | $132,153 | $111,263 | 89 | $128,738 | $40,327 | $115,032 |
| 2021 | $2,654,348 | $56,402 | $131,762 | $109,050 | 50 | $129,678 | $54,318 | $127,966 |
| 2020 | $2,500,000 | $2,500,000 | — | — | — | — | — | $5,130 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Beacon Foundation reported a distributable amount of $208K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation’s stated vision is to make grants to recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in the United States. Its website describes support for Rhode Island’s business, educational, nonprofit, and cultural community, as well as organizations working in health, wellness, education, disability prevention and management, and charitable and civic causes.
Examples of supported organizations illustrate a range of work: Scruffy Paws Animal Rescue describes its mission as rescuing, caring for, fostering, spaying and neutering, and finding homes for homeless animals. Amos House describes its mission as helping people move out of homelessness and poverty through services and programs. The Rhode Island Free Clinic says it provides healthcare to uninsured Rhode Island adults and training for aspiring healthcare professionals.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the Foundation reported 151 grants totaling $205,325. Grants ranged from $20 to $20,100, with a median of $1,000. The filing also states that the Foundation supported 149 organizations during the year.
The largest reported 2025 grants included $20,100 to Rhode Island Institute for Labor Studies and Research, $8,300 to Rhode Island Community Food Bank Association, and $8,000 to Rhode Island Foundation. Other grants included $5,100 to We Share Hope; $5,000 each to Greggs Giving Tree, Rhode Island CPCU Scholarship Fund, and Scruffy Paws Animal Rescue; and $3,500 each to Amos House and Child and Family Services of Newport County.
The board may decline or withdraw funding at its discretion, request further information, and require periodic or final accounting. Unless the board decides otherwise, grants must be spent within one year of the funding date; unspent funds or funds that cannot be used for their original purpose must be returned. Changes to a grant’s purpose require written board approval before the funds are used.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Amy C. Vitale as President and Chief Executive Officer; Gregg C. Tumeinski as Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer; and Rajani Mahadevan as Vice President and Secretary. Directors listed are Shannon L. Broadbent, Raymond C. Coia, Richard Lento, Michelle Pelletier, and Brian J. Spero.
The Beacon Foundation is led by Amy C. Vitale, President & Chief Executive Officer since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 8 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Amy C. Vitale
President & Chief Executive Officer
Vice President, Secretary & Director → President & Chief Executive Officer, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brian J. Spero
Director
President, CEO & Director → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michelle Pelletier
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Raymond C. Coia
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Richard Lento
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Shannon L. Broadbent
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gregg C. Tumeinski
Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer
CFO & Treasurer → Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rajani Mahadevan
Vice President & Secretary
Director → Vice President & Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Pamela L. Alarie (2020–2023) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Beacon Foundation
How much does The Beacon Foundation give each year?
The Beacon Foundation gave $205K across 151 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $197K across 173 grants.
What is The Beacon Foundation's typical grant size?
The Beacon Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $1,000, and its average grant was $1,360, across 151 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Beacon Foundation that year got $808 on average.
Where does The Beacon Foundation give grants?
The Beacon Foundation gives mostly in Rhode Island: 85% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Massachusetts (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Providence, RI (51 grants), Warwick, RI (14 grants), Middletown, RI (8 grants) and Cranston, RI (7 grants).
Does The Beacon Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Beacon Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (151 of 151) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Beacon Foundation's largest grantees?
The Beacon Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Rhode Island Institute for Labor Studies and Research ($20,100), Rhode Island Community Food Bank Association ($8,350 across 2 grants) and Rhode Island Foundation ($8,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 18% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Beacon Foundation?
The Beacon Foundation reported $4.5M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $221K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $208K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Beacon Foundation fund?
The Foundation’s stated vision is to make grants to recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in the United States. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Beacon Foundation?
The Foundation accepts unsolicited requests and does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Beacon Foundation's EIN?
The Beacon Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-4065871. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Beacon Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS December 21, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 10, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 5, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS March 25, 2026)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS March 25, 2026)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 20, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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