Illuminating the paths forward
A more informed, healthy, and resilient future begins with understanding.
Another Light Foundation supports initiatives across storytelling, scientific research, civic life, Jewish culture, and the natural world. Guided by the belief that empathy for one another begins with deeper awareness of the world around us, we help advance work that strengthens both people and the planet.
We are proud to support organizations and leaders advancing meaningful work across our focus areas, from storytelling and scientific research to environmental stewardship and community-based initiatives.
Partners include
Grantmaking pillars
Where We Work
Areas of Focus
Jewish Culture & Survival
Preserving memory, securing the future.
Supporting institutions and initiatives that safeguard Jewish life and memory - archives and memorial institutions that preserve the historical record, cultural organizations that keep Jewish artistic and intellectual life vital, and community organizations working to protect congregations and public spaces.
Photo Credit: Yad Vashem
Story & Society
Shaping culture through story.
Amplifying storytelling across documentary film, media, and the arts that deepens understanding and encourages dialogue about our relationship with one another and the natural world. Our grantmaking supports stories focused on climate and biodiversity, Jewish culture and survival, and people building a more resilient future.
Photo Credit: Bucks Harbor
Celiac Futures
Driving breakthroughs for celiac disease.
Accelerating scientific research, patient advocacy, and care that improves the lives of individuals and families affected by celiac disease. As the only autoimmune disease with a known environmental trigger, gluten, celiac offers a rare window into immune response and tolerance, with the potential to unlock a cure for other autoimmune conditions.
Photo Credit: Unsplash
Living Systems
Safeguarding the natural world.
Furthering environmental stewardship, biodiversity, and research that protects the systems on which communities and the health of the planet depend.
Photo Credit: Adobe Stock
HUMAN FLOURISHING & CIVIC LIFE
Strengthening communities.
Supporting initiatives that help communities thrive across generations through connection, preparedness, opportunity, and shared purpose.
Photo Credit: Naoto Nakamura / Team Rubicon
In Focus
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Sperm whales’ communication closely parallels human language, study finds
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RheumaGen Announces Funding Agreement with Beyond Celiac Investments to Accelerate Treatments Towards a Cure in Celiac Disease
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‘Bucks Harbor’ Review: A Wistful, Humane Portrait of Hardy Souls, Young and Old, in Coastal Maine
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