Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation
Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation is a private foundation, based in Edgemont, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2023. In 2023, it awarded 6 grants totaling $49K.
Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation at a glance
In short: Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation gave $49K across 6 grants in 2023 (avg $8K), mostly in Connecticut. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $48,560
- +77.1% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 6
- +100.0% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $8,093
- -11.4% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $7,548
- Primary geography
- Connecticut (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated September 2026.
Who Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Mercy Learning Center ($9K).
Organizations only. It also paid 5 grants to individuals ($39,944), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
10 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 10 grants of 10 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $9K (2021) to $49K (2023). In 2023 it made 6 grants totaling $49K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 5 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $39,944 |
| Mercy Learning Center Bridgport, CT | Remaining funds donated to an organization aligned with our mission | $8,616 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $3,444 | $49,549 | $48,560 | 6 | $49,549 | — |
| 2022 | $46,099 | $-3,202 | $29,470 | $27,418 | 3 | $29,470 | — |
| 2021 | $79,314 | $11,174 | $10,199 | $8,660 | 1 | — | $8,005 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation is led by Martha A Yoder, President & Trustee since 2022 (on filings since 2021); none of the 4 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Martha A Yoder
President & Trustee
President → President & Trustee, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Carol S Yoder
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Jill M Yoder
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Sandi A Draper
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2023. "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 Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation
How much does Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation give each year?
Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation gave $49K across 6 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $27K across 3 grants.
What is Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation's typical grant size?
Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $7,548, and its average grant was $8,093, across 6 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation give grants?
Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation gives mostly in Connecticut: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there.
Does Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 6 grants with a stated purpose on Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation's 2023 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Education" (4 grants).
What is Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation's EIN?
Paul and Betty Yoder Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-1843590. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2023.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS December 13, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS December 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 16, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2023
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