Way Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Way Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $272,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.5 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$272,500
- Assets$36.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 31 | $29.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 29 | $36.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Steve Yelland 1030 Wilson Ave, Hanover, PA 17331 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 927-4550 |
| What to submit | Applications should be submitted in the form of a letter and should contain a specific proposal. Please visit https://www.wayfoundationfamily.org/ |
| Deadlines | Applications are accepted at any time. Please visit https://www.wayfoundationfamily.org/ |
| Restrictions | Grants are made to those public charities and private operating foundations determined from time to time by the board of directors to be most deserving of the financial support |
What Way Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 16 | $741,500 |
| Maryland | 3 | $337,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $125,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $95,000 |
| Delaware | 2 | $72,500 |
| California | 1 | $50,500 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cal Ripken Sr Foundation Inc | Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation STEM Centers & Community Enhancement Project | $272,500 |
| Young Womens Christian Association | YWCA Hanover Capital Campaign | $200,000 |
| Food Fix Campaign Inc | General & Unrestricted | $125,000 |
| Shining Stars Therapeutic Riding Program Inc | Capital Campaign | $100,000 |
| Orchard Friends School A New Jersey Nonprofit Corp | Communication is Connection | $70,000 |
| Training Leaders Through Athletics Inc | Everyday Champions - Community Leadership Development center | $67,500 |
| For the Love of A Veteran Inc | Helping Heroes Heal | $65,000 |
| The College Settlement of Philadelphia | College Settlement's Summer Camper Fund and Nutrition Program | $57,000 |
| University of Delaware | Regenerative Agriculture & UD Fresh to you farm | $52,500 |
| National Interscholastic Cycling Association | Try-it-out startup and ongoing operations | $50,500 |
| Accountability for Life | AFL Expansion Project (Leadership Development Program Implementation and Program Expansion) | $50,000 |
| Rodale Institute | Rodale Institute Education Department | $50,000 |
| Hanover Public Library Association Inc | Making the Library More Accessible Fund | $41,000 |
| Gerstell Academy Inc | Gerstell Academy Electronic Sign | $40,000 |
| Pallet Foundation | Environmental Research, Industry Growth, and Workforce development | $30,000 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | Workplace Professionalism & Leader to Leader Program | $30,000 |
| Chasing the Rainbows | Operating Expenses to continue expanding services to meet community needs | $25,000 |
| Hanover Area Historical Society | Hahs new space for facilities | $25,000 |
| Mt Washington Pediatric Hospital Inc | Rehabilitation Services for Medically Fragile Children in need | $25,000 |
| Semper Fido | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| University of Delaware | Student Athlete Success | $20,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Battlefield Friends of Scouting Luncheon | $15,000 |
| The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia | CHOP's Center for Microbial Medicine Food and Medicine Program | $15,000 |
| House of Hope York Pa | Community Counseling Funding | $10,000 |
| Mountain Trails Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| New Life Center for Children and Mothers Inc | Summer Youth Program | $8,000 |
| Summit Grove Christian Conference Center Inc | continued youth development mentorship for summer camp staff and a pool cover | $8,000 |
| Youth for Understanding USA Inc | WAY Foundation and YFU - A Force for Global Good | $8,000 |
| United Way of York County | UWYC Seedlings Childcare Scholarship Program - Hanover, PA Childcare Partner(s) | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Adornetto
- Michael Adornetto
- Susan Rupp
- Amy Yelland
- Steven Yelland
Questions people ask
Does Way Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are accepted at any time. Please visit https://www.wayfoundationfamily.org/.
How much does Way Foundation Inc give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Way Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann Adornetto (Dir, VP, Pres), Michael Adornetto (Dir, Treas), Susan Rupp (Member-at-Large) and Amy Yelland (Dir, Sec) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Way Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and food and hunger.