Two Lights Foundation Inc
Two Lights Foundation Inc is a private independent foundation based in Denver, Colorado, established in 2015 as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. The foundation honors two legacies through its work supporting Christian education and youth scholarships. The organization's mission centers on providing educational opportunities and scholarships that empower young people to grow in faith, character, and leadership.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$1.3M
Grant Count
23
Avg Grant Size
$57K
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's stated purpose reflects its commitment to:
- Honor Two Incredible Legacies — Celebrating lives through support of causes reflecting strength, joy, and love
- Light the Way for Future Leaders — Funding scholarships that empower young athletes to grow in faith, character, and leadership
- Christian Education — Supporting scholarships that provide access to Christian schools grounded in Biblical truth
- Youth Development — Creating opportunities for young people to attend Christian schools and pursue their full potential
Primary funding focus areas include Education, Philanthropy and Grantmaking, and Human Services.
Grantmaking
The foundation makes grants primarily in the education sector with typical award ranges of $200 to $618,000. In fiscal year 2024, the foundation distributed $1,313,820 in total giving. The foundation accepts donations through multiple giving options including one-time donations, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual contributions.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation's grantmaking focuses primarily on New York, Maine, and Oklahoma.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of December 2024:
- Total Assets: $5,566,810
- Total Revenue: $223,600
- Total Expenses: $1,336,487
- Total Giving: $1,313,820
- Net Income: -$1,112,887
- Total Liabilities: $0
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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
82 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROGER S GOODELL | TREASURER AND SECRETARY | — | — |
| JANE S GOODELL | PRESIDENT | — | — |
Contact Information
Mailing Address: PO Box 61020 Denver, CO 80206
EIN: 47-1342003
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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