Wesley S Way Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wesley S Way Foundation is a private foundation in Manchester, New Hampshire. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,344 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,549 and the largest $3,692. 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$29,344
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,549
- Largest grant$3,692
- Assets$112,008
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $24,094 the year before.
43% 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 | $27,165 | 10 | $73,262 |
| 2024 | $24,094 | 11 | $99,305 |
| 2025 | $29,344 | 14 | $112,008 |
How to apply
Wesley S Way 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 Wesley S Way Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 11 | $19,639 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $6,013 |
| New York | 1 | $3,692 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Donors Choose | Purchase of items for classrooms in NH | $3,692 |
| Outer Banks Womans Club | Community Assistance - Donation of bikes for distribution at Christmas | $3,013 |
| Dare County HHS | Funding of emergency bags for the Smart Kids R Safe Kids program | $3,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Nashua | Literacy and Education Program - Purchase of backpacks and school supplies for Pack-a-Pack | $3,000 |
| Camp Foster | Funding of two camperships | $3,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Nashua | Funding of Y Cares swimming lessons | $3,000 |
| Salvation Army | Community Assistance - Donation of 188 toys for Christmas | $3,000 |
| Camp Allen | Water Safety Program - Donation of Life Jackets and other water safety items | $2,098 |
| Boys and Girls Club - GreaterNashua | Community Assistance - Clothes jackets blankets gift cards and toys for multiple families for Christmas | $1,919 |
| Missys Closet | Funding of prom dresses | $1,000 |
| NH Food Bank | Community Assistance Program | $1,000 |
| Green Acres Elementary School | Literacy and Education Program | $842 |
| Green Acres Elementary | Parks and Playgrounds Program | $430 |
| Bartlett Elementary School | Donation of Art Supplies | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Derek Belisle
- Amanda Belisle
- Lindsey Belisle
- Denise Beaurivage
- Richard Dryer
Questions people ask
Does Wesley S Way Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wesley S Way Foundation give?
$29,344 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,549.
Who runs Wesley S Way Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Derek Belisle (President), Amanda Belisle (Vice President), Lindsey Belisle (Secretary) and Denise Beaurivage (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Wesley S Way Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and education.