Wye Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wye Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lighthouse Point, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $418,794 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $379,764. 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$418,794
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$379,764
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $382,014 the year before.
44% 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 | $417,698 | 8 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $382,014 | 7 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $418,794 | 9 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Wye Foundation Inc 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 Wye Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 8 | $413,794 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fishialai Project | To develop ai technology to advance the knowledge of fish. | $379,764 |
| Our Fathers House Soup Kitchen Inc | financial assistance | $10,000 |
| Lhp preservation | Preserving the historic Hillsboro Light Station in its original form for the safety, enjoyment, and education of the public | $10,000 |
| Katie Bentley Memorial Charity | Donation for underprivileged children | $5,000 |
| City of Lighthouse Point | Shop with a cop 2023 | $5,000 |
| reeforg | global conservation and education | $5,000 |
| G4 Good Foundation Inc | Grants to support various causes | $2,500 |
| the billfish foundation | Billfish research | $1,030 |
| National exchange club | The assist the exchange club sponsor a wide range of activities to improve their communities | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas J Wye
- Jane E Wye
- Pam Sheehan
Questions people ask
Does Wye Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wye Foundation Inc give?
$418,794 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Wye Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas J Wye (President), Jane E Wye (Vice President) and Pam Sheehan (Secretary).
What does Wye Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and education.