The Way of Love Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Way of Love Foundation is a private foundation in Ashland, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.5 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $2.4 million. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$2.4 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,000 the year before.
88% 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 | $35,000 | 4 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $2.5 million | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
The Way of Love 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 The Way of Love Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 8 | $2.5 million |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jones Foundation | To support charitable purposes | $2.4 million |
| Jones Foundation | To support charitable purposes | $72,500 |
| St James the Less | To support charitable purposes | $35,000 |
| Randolph-Macon College | To support charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Shrine Mont | To support charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Church of Our Savior | To support charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Ashland Museum | To support charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| The Episcopal Diocese of Va | To support charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Phi Theta Pi | To support charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Yancey S Jones Sr
- Jane H Jones
- Yancey S Jones Jr
- Dutch M Jones
- Mai Anh N Jones
- Lauren H Jones
Questions people ask
Does The Way of Love Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Way of Love Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Way of Love Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Yancey S Jones Sr (Director), Jane H Jones (Director), Yancey S Jones Jr (Director & President) and Dutch M Jones (Director & Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Way of Love Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.