Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin
Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin is a private foundation based in Wellington, Florida. Its scholarship program recognizes outstanding high school seniors in Palm Beach and Martin counties for achievement in academic, vocational, athletic, and art categories.
Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin at a glance
In short: Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin gave $180K across 74 grants in 2026 (avg $2K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $179,500
- +76.0% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 74
- +57.4% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $2,426
- +11.8% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $5,392,596
- +16.9% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Florida (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin
- How to Apply
The foundation’s 2025 filing instructions state that applicants should upload required materials through the online application portal, including an official school transcript, letters of recommendation, and…
The foundation’s 2025 filing instructions state that applicants should upload required materials through the online application portal, including an official school transcript, letters of recommendation, and documentation of completed community service hours. Files should be submitted in PDF format unless otherwise noted; incomplete applications may not be reviewed. The filing states that there were no restrictions on awards at that time.
- Review Cycle
- The 2025 filing instructions list January. The website lists January 2027 as the submission deadline for the 2027 awards.
- Deadline
- The 2025 filing instructions list January.
- Contact
Application contact: Nancy Jones
Mailing address: 9314 Forest Hill Blvd Suite 384, Wellington, FL 33411
Phone: (561) 762-1496
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was School District of Palm Beach County ($25K). Together the top 3 received $42K.
Organizations only. It also paid 71 individual scholarships ($137,500), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
121 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 121 grants of 121 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for filing year 2026 went to recipients in Florida. The scholarship program is for students at public, private, or charter high schools in Palm Beach and Martin counties.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 74 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin gives
- In 2026 it paid out 101% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2025 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $102K (2025) to $180K (2026). In 2026 it made 74 grants totaling $180K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| School District of Palm Beach County Palm Springs, FL | Tuition Assistance | $25,000 |
| Martin County School District Stuart, FL | Tuition Assistance | $15,000 |
| 47 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $106,000 |
| Lisvery Garcia - Avelar Greenacres, FL | Tuition Assistance | $2,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,392,596 | $167,449 | $321,791 | $179,500 | 74 | $245,846 | $100,951 | $244,182 |
| 2025 | $4,612,069 | $222,272 | $207,191 | $102,000 | 47 | $169,320 | $153,942 | $220,569 |
| 2024 | $4,359,070 | $139,274 | $217,942 | — | — | — | $112,186 | — |
| 2023 | $3,825,943 | $275,408 | $215,538 | — | — | — | $202,271 | — |
| 2022 | $4,059,207 | $141,845 | $198,818 | — | — | — | $115,388 | — |
| 2021 | $4,435,713 | $102,598 | $154,302 | — | — | — | $75,648 | — |
| 2020 | $3,515,181 | $111,425 | $202,484 | — | — | — | $94,510 | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin reported a distributable amount of $244K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization says it was created to honor outstanding students in Palm Beach and Martin counties. Its website describes scholarships for high school seniors who demonstrate achievement in academic, vocational, athletic, and art categories, alongside academics, leadership, and community involvement.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation reported 74 grants totaling $179,500. Grant amounts ranged from $1,250 to $25,000, with a median of $2,000. The largest listed grants were $25,000 to the School District of Palm Beach County for tuition assistance and $15,000 to the Martin County School District for tuition assistance. The filing also lists multiple $3,000 tuition-assistance grants to individual recipients.
The website says 54 high school seniors are selected for scholarships each year. Schools may nominate students in the program’s categories, and students cannot self-apply. For the 2027 awards, nominees are to submit an online nomination with supporting materials, including transcripts and, where required, work samples; the stated submission deadline is January 2027. The website says interviews are planned for March 2027 and winners will be announced in May. The program is subject to change or cancellation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Bruce Whitely as president, Janie Fogt as vice president, Gale Howden as secretary, Louise Grant as treasurer, and Janice Griggs-Bates, Cinde Martin, and Timothy Burke as directors.
Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin is led by Bruce Whitely, President since 2026 (on filings since 2020); none of the 7 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Bruce Whitely
President
Director → Secretary, 2023
Secretary → President, 2026
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cinde Martin
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Janice Griggs-Bates
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Timothy Burke
Director
New on the 2026 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gale G Howden
Secretary
Vice President → Secretary, 2026
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Janie Fogt
Vice President
President → Vice President, 2026
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Louise Grant
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Keely Gideon-Taylor (2020–2025) — Director
- Former: Tim Burke (2020–2025) — Director
- Former: Leanne Evans (2020–2023) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin
How much does Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin give each year?
Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin gave $180K across 74 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $102K across 47 grants.
What is Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin's typical grant size?
Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin's median grant in 2026 was $2,000, and its average grant was $2,426, across 74 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin give grants?
Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin gives mostly in Florida: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there.
Does Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 74 grants with a stated purpose on Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin's 2026 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Tuition Assistance" (74 grants).
Who are Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin's largest grantees?
Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin's largest 2026 grantees include School District of Palm Beach County ($25,000), Martin County School District ($15,000) and Lisvery Garcia - Avelar ($2,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 71 individual scholarships ($137,500), which are not listed by name. Together they received 23% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin?
Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin reported $5.4M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $246K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $244K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin fund?
The organization says it was created to honor outstanding students in Palm Beach and Martin counties. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin?
The foundation’s 2025 filing instructions state that applicants should upload required materials through the online application portal, including an official school transcript, letters of recommendation, and… Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin's EIN?
Pathfinders of Palm Beach and Martin's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 59-2446402. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 27, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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