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Fair Ways Foundation is a private corporation based in WEST DEPTFORD, NJ. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2019. The principal officer is Ryan Lebon. It holds total assets of $94K. Annual income is reported at $50K. Total assets have grown from $20K in 2019 to $94K in 2024. The foundation operates in the area of environment. Tax records are available from 2019 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Oregon and Pennsylvania. According to available records, Fair Ways Foundation has made 43 grants totaling $594K, with a median grant of $15K. Annual giving has decreased from $338K in 2022 to $256K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $25K, with an average award of $14K. The foundation has supported 30 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Illinois, Ohio, Indiana, which account for 33% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 12 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$4K
Median Grant
$16K
Average Grant
$16K
Largest Grant
$25K
Based on 17 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Fair Ways Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of environment. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 43 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IL, OH, IN.
Fair Ways Foundation has distributed a total of $594K across 43 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $14K. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $25K.
The application deadline is Spring 2021.. Awarded grants are restricted to the following charitable functions: Offers commitment to reduce the facilities ecological footprint: Increases the boundaries of standard husbandry; Includes benefits to the local community; Protects existing natural resources.
Fair Ways Foundation is headquartered in WEST DEPTFORD, NJ. While based in NJ, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 12 states.
Officer and trustee information is not yet available for this foundation. This data is typically reported in Part VIII of the 990-PF filing.
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$94K
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$94K
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
43
Total Giving
$594K
Average Grant
$14K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
30
Most Common Grant
$20K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio Bluebird SocietyImprove water quality, aesthetics, & wildlife habitat through the removal of invasive species and planting of native vegetation including wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees - reducing the maintenance and herbicide application requirements while enhancing habitat for birds. | Kirkland, OH | $25K | 2023 |
| Curry Watersheds NonprofitProject will implement Year-4 Management to establish native riparian forest throughout the 20.54 acre (1.77 mile) Jack Creek Riparian Reserve. | Gold Beach, OR | $23K | 2023 |
| Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet ClubConverts 10,300 ft2 of irrigated grass lawn to native habitat. | Tucson, AZ | $20K | 2023 |
| The Leicestershire Golf ClubCreation and improvement of natural habitats within the bounds of The Leicestershire Golf Club's land in order to increase biodiversity and provide shelter, wildlife corridors and food for the wildlife present around the golf course whilst creating a visual impact for all users of the land. | Leicester | $20K | 2023 |
| Royal Bercuit Golf ClubTo return the pond to its original shape and bring back biodiversity. | Grezdoiceau | $19K | 2023 |
| Mohonk Preserve IncTo learn about environmental conservation using project-based learning and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math). | New Paltz, NY | $18K | 2023 |
| Whitburn Golf Club LtdProviding definition of gorse hedge grows on various designated parts of the golf course. | South Shields | $17K | 2023 |
| Pawleys Plantation Golf & Country ClubAdding a 2500 sqft space for a bee box, 36 bat houses, 18 bird houses, 12 wood duck boxes, and a 15,000 sqft community garden. | Pawleys Island, SC | $17K | 2023 |
| Sherwood Forest Homeowners AssociationMechanically remove four invasive species from the course (Rosa multiflora, Pyrus callerana, Euonymus alatus and Ligustrum sinense) and to replace these plants with native trees and shrubs. | Brevard, NC | $15K | 2023 |
| Hirsala Golf OyTransform an area of 5000 sq.m. into marshland, by directing a stream that flows through our course in to a dried up area. | Kirkkonummi | $15K | 2023 |
| Covington ElementaryCreate a learning space immediately outside classroom windows where elementary children can learn about, care for, and interact with native habitats. | Fort Wayne, IN | $11K | 2023 |
| Rockford Park District FoundationConvert 3.25-acres of no-mow areas into proper native prairie vegetation. | Rockford, IL | $11K | 2023 |
| Watershed Program Of Southeast Wisconsin IncPromotes watershed education in a place-based learning environment while building ecological awareness and exploring human relationships to watersheds along the shores of Lake Michigan. | Racine, WI | $10K | 2023 |
| Bromborough Golf ClubImprove the natural standing of the golf course by setting aside areas for wild flower gardens/meadows for pollinators | Bromborough | $10K | 2023 |
| Cirencester Golf ClubIntends to reduce the amount of scrub, expose the native soil beneath the enriched layer and restore plant species typical of calcareous grasslands. | Cirencester | $10K | 2023 |
| Ab Kristianstads GolfbanaCreate meadow areas on the west course, promoting biodiversity and creating natural food sources for pollinators. | Hus | $5K | 2023 |
| Friends Of Great Salt LakeHelp students understand how they are connected to this ecosystem and how they can help protect it. | Salt Lake City, UT | $5K | 2023 |
| Chicago District Golf Association FoundationProvide golf opportunities for disadvantaged and serves as the CDGA Turfgrass Program's headquarters. We plan to create a 0.5 acre area filled with native Illinois wildflowers & pollinators. | Lemont, IL | $4K | 2023 |
| Bray Golf ClubRE-GENERATING OUR WOODLAND AREAS WHICH WILL IMPROVE HABITATS FOR OUR BIRD, WILDLIFE AND BEE POPULATIONS. | Bray | $4K | 2023 |
| Scottish Wildlife TrustExpanding the Irvine to Girvan Nectar Network | Irvine | $25K | 2022 |
| Mchenry County Conservation FoundationConverting row crop production to high quality grassland | Richmond, IL | $25K | 2022 |
| Nairn Dunbar Golf LinksRestoration and regeneration of traditional/ native links | Nairn | $20K | 2022 |
| Evanston Wilmette Golf Course AssociationCanal Bank restoration | Evanston, IL | $20K | 2022 |
| Fox Meadow Golf CourseHedgerow development project - restoring the natural Acadian forests. | Stratford | $18K | 2022 |
| Rock Hollow Golf CoursePond creation | Peru, IN | $15K | 2022 |
| Sand Ridge Golf ClubIncrease biodiversity | Chardon, OH | $12K | 2022 |
| City Of Fort Collins - Southridge Golf CourseNative Area Expansion | Fort Collins, CO | $11K | 2022 |
| Mistwood Golf Clubconstruction of a sustainable culinary farm | Romeoville, IL | $9K | 2022 |
| Swan Lake Country ClubTree restoration | Pengilly, MN | $6K | 2022 |
| Hever Castle Golf ClubEncourage Bat population to help manage crane fly | Edenbridge | $3K | 2022 |