Friends for A Better Way Foundation
Accepts applications
Friends for A Better Way Foundation is a private foundation in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,550 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$8,550
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$186,464
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $9,180 the year before.
42% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,785 | 11 | $170,322 |
| 2024 | $9,180 | 19 | $0 |
| 2025 | $8,550 | 19 | $186,464 |
How to apply
| Contact | Jonathan Justi C/O Justi - 11203 Silver Tree Pl, Columbia, MD 21044 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (954) 288-6808, justifamily4@gmail.com |
| What to submit | 2-3 page letter of inquiry; proof of IRS 501(c)(3) exemption, project description and budget. |
| Deadlines | June 30 of each year |
What Friends for A Better Way Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $2,025 |
| New York | 2 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $750 |
| Virginia | 2 | $750 |
| Arizona | 2 | $525 |
| Montana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Food Bank of Contra Costa | Funding support | $1,000 |
| White Pony Express Food Bank | Funding support | $1,000 |
| Chapelgate Presbyterian Church | Funding support | $500 |
| Emerald Coast Veterans Alliance Inc | Funding support | $500 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Funding support | $500 |
| Wounded Warriors Foundation | Funding support | $500 |
| ASPCA | Funding support | $500 |
| Humane Farming Association | Funding support | $500 |
| Rural Revival Project | Funding support | $500 |
| Honor the Earth | Funding support | $500 |
| East Oakland Community Project | Funding support | $500 |
| Downs Syndrome Foundation of FL | Funding support | $275 |
| Forever Navajo | Funding support | $275 |
| Reef Relief | Funding support | $250 |
| The Turtle Hospital | Funding support | $250 |
| Sea Turtle Conservancy | Funding support | $250 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Funding support | $250 |
| Turning Point USA | Funding support | $250 |
| Howard County Police Foundation | Funding support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Justi
- Paul Justi
- Steven Justi
Questions people ask
Does Friends for A Better Way Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: June 30 of each year.
How much does Friends for A Better Way Foundation give?
$8,550 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Friends for A Better Way Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jonathan Justi (Trustee), Paul Justi (Trustee) and Steven Justi (Trustee).
What does Friends for A Better Way Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, animals and veterans.