Fernandez Pave the Way Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fernandez Pave the Way Foundation is a private foundation in Asheville, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $130,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$23.8 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $1.1 million | 42 | $22.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 37 | $23.8 million |
How to apply
Fernandez Pave the 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 Fernandez Pave the Way Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 20 | $569,850 |
| Florida | 13 | $495,205 |
| New York | 1 | $47,080 |
| California | 2 | $45,250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Touching Miami With Love | Charitable purpose | $130,000 |
| Care Elementary | Charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| True Ridge Foundation | Charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Jack & Jill | Charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| French Broad River Academy | Charitable purpose | $86,000 |
| Conserving Carolina | Charitable purpose | $80,000 |
| University of Miami | Charitable purpose | $56,500 |
| Southern Appalachian Highlands Cons | Charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Biscayne Nature Center | Charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Institute for Nonprofit News | Charitable purpose | $47,080 |
| Pyrenees Rescue of WNC | Charitable purpose | $40,000 |
| Restorative Partners Inc | Charitable purpose | $40,000 |
| Hanger Hall School Inc | Charitable purpose | $30,000 |
| Final Run Rescue | Charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Icubaby | Charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| American Road and Transportation | Charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Final Run Rescue | Charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| French Broad River Academy | Charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Beloved Asheville | Charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| The Pisgah Convervancy | Charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Conserving Carolina | Charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Pyrenees Rescue of WNC | Charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Hanger Hall School for Girls | Charitable purpose | $11,000 |
| Mountain True | Charitable purpose | $10,350 |
| Blue Ridge Public Radio | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Final Run Rescue | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of Greater Miami | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Brother Wolf Animal Rescue | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of Greater Miami | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Blue Ridge Humane Society | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | Charitable purpose | $5,250 |
| Icu Baby | Charitable purpose | $5,205 |
| Americans for Immigrant Justice | Charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of South East | Charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| St Alban's Day Nursery Inc | Charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Jamie's Rescue | Charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Humane Society of Greater Miami | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jose L Fernandez
- Kathleen Fernandez
- Ana F Buraglia
- Joseph Michael Fernandez
Questions people ask
Does Fernandez Pave the Way Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fernandez Pave the Way Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Fernandez Pave the Way Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jose L Fernandez (President), Kathleen Fernandez (Vice Preside), Ana F Buraglia (Secretary) and Joseph Michael Fernandez (Treasurer).
What does Fernandez Pave the Way Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and animals.