The Way Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Way Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$40,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$867,521
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $90,000 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 | $107,775 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $40,000 | 3 | $867,521 |
How to apply
The Way Charitable 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 The Way Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 2 | $20,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Whitman College Board of Trustees | In support of Harvey Hall | $20,000 |
| Arizona Citizens for the Arts | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Nature Convservancy | Unrestricted Funds - Arizona Chapter | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Alexander Way
- Mary Alexander Coleman Way
- John Griffith Way
- Patricia Shields Way
- William G Way
Questions people ask
Does The Way Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Way Charitable Foundation give?
$40,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Way Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Alexander Way (VP), Mary Alexander Coleman Way (VP, Dir), John Griffith Way (VP) and Patricia Shields Way (VP) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Way Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.