The Academic Athlete Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Academic Athlete Foundation is a private foundation in York, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,750 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$13,750
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$6,391
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $2,262 |
| 2025 | $13,750 | 5 | $6,391 |
How to apply
The Academic Athlete 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Academic Athlete Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $12,750 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Boone Wrestling Club Inc | Sponsorship of the organization's youth wrestlers and the wrestling program. | $10,000 |
| Individual | Educational scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Educational scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Educational scholarship | $1,000 |
| Trojan Wrestling Club | Sponsorship of the organization's youth wrestlers and the wrestling program. | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne Martin
- Lakeisa Martin
- Mahdee McNeil
- Michael Rascoe
- Kristen Pucci
- Michael Black
- Derrik Wolpert
Questions people ask
Does The Academic Athlete Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Academic Athlete Foundation give?
$13,750 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Academic Athlete Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wayne Martin (President), Lakeisa Martin (Vice-President), Mahdee McNeil (Treasurer) and Michael Rascoe (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Academic Athlete Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.