Ascending Way Inc
Invitation OnlyLos Altos, California · EIN 81-3901518 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$61K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$1,500
Total assets$1.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
81% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| River of Life Christian Church | Santa Clara, CA | Charitable | $36,000 |
| World Vision | Auburn, WA | Charitable | $5,050 |
| Heart of Hope Asian American Hospice | San Jose, CA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Compassion International | Colorado Springs, CO | Charitable | $1,589 |
| Christian Mission to Gaza | Darien, CT | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity International | Americus, GA | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Stephen's Children | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Feeding America | Chicago, IL | Charitable | $1,500 |
| No Kid Hungry | Washington, DC | Charitable | $1,500 |
| The Grace Children's Foundation | New York, NY | Charitable | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $60,639 | 11 |
| 2024 | $50,952 | 19 |
| 2023 | $11,518 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611339349102586
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-3901518
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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