Wayside Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wayside Foundation is a private foundation in Signal Mountain, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,850 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $21,000. 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$56,850
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$117,809
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was up from $53,000 the year before.
6% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $55,500 | 14 | $95,186 |
| 2024 | $53,000 | 16 | $121,885 |
| 2025 | $56,850 | 17 | $117,809 |
How to apply
Wayside 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 Wayside Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 11 | $50,850 |
| Texas | 3 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Chattanooga | Christian missions | $21,000 |
| Richmont University | Christian education | $16,000 |
| Bethel Bible Village | Christian missions | $3,500 |
| Bible in the Schools | Christian education | $2,350 |
| Clear Creek Church of Christ | Christian missions | $2,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Christian missions | $1,500 |
| Adult & Teen Challenge | Christian missions | $1,000 |
| Blazing Hope Ranch | Christian missions | $1,000 |
| Chattanooga Room in the Inn | Christian missions | $1,000 |
| Grace School of Theology | Christian education | $1,000 |
| Kingdom Connection | Christian ministries | $1,000 |
| Life Spring Community Health | Christian missions | $1,000 |
| Master Media International | Christian missions | $1,000 |
| Monarch Thrift Shop | Job training program | $1,000 |
| Pathway to Victory | Christian missions | $1,000 |
| The Winning Walk | Christian missions | $1,000 |
| Lupton Drive Baptist Church | Christian missions | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- G Robert Edwards
- Japheth B Glass
- Anna G Clower
- Jane W McNabb
Questions people ask
Does Wayside Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wayside Foundation give?
$56,850 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Wayside Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists G Robert Edwards (Trustee), Japheth B Glass (Vice-Chairman), Anna G Clower (Secretary) and Jane W McNabb (Settlor/Chairman).
What does Wayside Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.