Pay It Forward Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pay It Forward Foundation is a private foundation in Bentonville, Arkansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,750 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $3,750. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$3,750
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$3,750
- Assets$654
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $528,146 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $106,450 | 1 | $429,362 |
| 2024 | $528,146 | 1 | $456 |
| 2025 | $3,750 | 1 | $654 |
How to apply
Pay It Forward Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Pay It Forward Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 1 | $3,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scholarships | Scholarships | $3,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Peggy Estes
- Chris Wewers
- Chad Kauffman
- Robbie Estes
Questions people ask
Does Pay It Forward Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pay It Forward Foundation give?
$3,750 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Pay It Forward Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peggy Estes (Chair), Chris Wewers (Vice Chair), Chad Kauffman (Director) and Robbie Estes (Treasurer &).
What does Pay It Forward Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.