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Sky Bight Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in BRISTOL, CT. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is Barbara Hackman Franklin. It holds total assets of $410K. Annual income is reported at $67K. Total assets have decreased from $685K in 2011 to $429K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Connecticut. According to available records, Sky Bight Foundation Inc. has made 43 grants totaling $203K, with a median grant of $3K. Annual giving has decreased from $114K in 2020 to $88K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $225 to $46K, with an average award of $5K. The foundation has supported 30 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Connecticut, California, Pennsylvania, which account for 84% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$225
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$5K
Largest Grant
$28K
Based on 22 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Sky Bight Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 43 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CT, CA, PA.
Sky Bight Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $203K across 43 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $5K. Individual grants have ranged from $225 to $46K.
Sky Bight Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Sky Bight Foundation Inc. is headquartered in BRISTOL, CT. While based in CT, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jarre B Betts | CHAIR/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Barbara Hackman Franklin | PRESIDENT/SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Thomas O Barnes | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mark Mcguire Bk Of America | RECORDING SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$71K
Total Assets
$429K
Fair Market Value
$1.1M
Net Worth
$429K
Grants Paid
$65K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$57K
Distribution Amount
$65K
Total Grants
43
Total Giving
$203K
Average Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
30
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Church Of ChristFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE CHURCH | Bristol, CT | $900 | 2022 |
| Environmental Learning Centers Of ConnecticutFUNDING TO BUILD NEW ALL ACCESSIBLE TRAIL AT BARNES NATURE CENTER | Bristol, CT | $46K | 2022 |
| Bristol Boys & Girls Club & Family CenterFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE ENDOWMENT | Bristol, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Prudence Crandall CenterFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE CENTER'S DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAM SERVING NINE CONNECTICUT TOWNS | New Britain, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Wheeler ClinicFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE BUILDING PROJECT IN BRISTOL CONNECTICUT | Plainville, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| New England Carousel MuseumFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM | Bristol, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Main Street Community FoundationFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS OF MAIN STREET CAMPAIGN | Bristol, CT | $4K | 2022 |
| Shepard Meadows Therapeutic Riding CenterFUNDING TO PROVIDE EQUINE-ASSISTED SERVICES IN A SAFE, CARING & PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT | Bristol, CT | $3K | 2022 |
| St Vincent Depaul Mission Of BristolFUNDING TO HELP PROVIDE EMERGENCY SHELTER FOR MEN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN | Bristol, CT | $3K | 2022 |
| Community Foundation Of The North StateFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE SAM CHASE MEMORIAL FUND | Redding, CA | $2K | 2022 |
| The Ron Foley Pancreatic FoundationFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION IN HONOR AND MEMORY OF DAWN BURKE | West Hartford, CT | $900 | 2022 |
| Children'S Hospital Of PhiladelphiaFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE HOSPITAL | Philadelphia, PA | $900 | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Action FundFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE FUND'S WORK TO ADVANCE ACCESS TO SEXUAL HEALTH CARE AND DEFEND REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS | New York, NY | $225 | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Animal ShelterFUNDNG TO SUPPORT THE ANIMAL SHELTER | Phoenix, OR | $225 | 2022 |
| Northwest Abortion Access FundFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE ABORTION FUND SERVING WASHINGTON, OREGON, IDAHO, AND ALASKA | Eugene, OR | $225 | 2022 |
| Women'S Reproductive Rights Assistance Project (Wrrap)FUNDING TO HELP BRIDGE THE FINANCIAL GAP FOR WOMEN WHO SEEK AN ABORTION OR EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTIVES | Santa Monica, CA | $225 | 2022 |
| Jdrf - Mid Atlantic ChapterFUNDING TO SUPPORT TYPE 1 DIABETES (T1D) RESEARCH | Washington, DC | $225 | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Waterbury CenterFUNDING TO PROVIDE HIGH-QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE, AND SEX EDUCATION | Waterbury, CT | $225 | 2022 |
| Bristol Hospital Development FoundationFUNDING FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT | Bristol, CT | $28K | 2020 |
| Environmental Learning Center Of ConnecticutFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR POSITION | Bristol, CT | $20K | 2020 |
| American Clock & Watch MuseumFUNDING TO HELP PROMOTE THE PRESERVATION & HISTORY OF AMERICAN-MADE CLOCKS & WATCHES | Bristol, CT | $5K | 2020 |
| Bristol Preschool Childcare CenterFUNDING FOR GENERAL SUPPORT | Bristol, CT | $5K | 2020 |
| National Conference For Community And Justice (Nccj)FUNDING TO SUPPORT THE ANNUAL HUMAN RELATIONS AWARD BANQUET | Windsor, CT | $5K | 2020 |
| Boys & Girls Club Family Center Of BristolFUNDING FOR GENERAL SUPPORT | Bristol, CT | $3K | 2020 |
| Imagine Nation A Museum Early Learning CenterFUNDING TO HELP OFFER AFFORDABLE AND ACCESSIBLE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION | Bristol, CT | $3K | 2020 |
| Nutmeg Symphony OrchestraFUNDING FOR GENERAL SUPPORT | Bristol, CT | $2K | 2020 |
| Bristol Youth & Community ServicesFUNDING TO SUPPORT THE PARENT CHILD PROGRAM | Bristol, CT | $1K | 2020 |
| Feeding AmericaFUNDING TO HELP ENSURE EQUITABLE ACCESS TO NUTRITIOUS FOOD FOR ALL | Washington, DC | $225 | 2020 |
| Friends Of The Animal Shelter Jackson County Animal ShelterFUNDING TO HELP FIND HOMES FOR ALL ADOPTABLE ANIMALS AT THE JACKSON COUNTRY ANIMAL SHELTER | Phoenix, OR | $225 | 2020 |
| Rise Against HungerFUNDING TO HELP COORDINATE DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD & OTHER AID TO PEOPLE IN DEVELOPING NATIONS | Raleigh, NC | $225 | 2020 |