Friends for a Better Way Foundation
Historical FunderFt Lauderdale, Florida · EIN 27-6195347 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JONATHAN JUSTI |
|---|---|
| Address | C/O JUSTI - 11203 SILVER TREE PL, COLUMBIA MD 21044 |
| Phone | 9542886808 |
| JUSTIFAMILY4@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | 2-3 PAGE LETTER OF INQUIRY; PROOF OF IRS 501(C)(3) EXEMPTION, PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND BUDGET. |
| Deadlines | JUNE 30 OF EACH YEAR |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
68% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Bank of Contra Costa | Concord, CA | Funding support | $1,000 |
| White Pony Express Food Bank | Concord, CA | Funding support | $1,000 |
| Chapelgate Presbyterian Church | Marriottsville, MD | Funding support | $500 |
| Emerald Coast Veterans Alliance Inc | Pace, FL | Funding support | $500 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Staten Island, NY | Funding support | $500 |
| Wounded Warriors Foundation | Jacksonville, FL | Funding support | $500 |
| Aspca | New York, NY | Funding support | $500 |
| Humane Farming Association | San Rafael, CA | Funding support | $500 |
| Rural Revival Project | Chester, VA | Funding support | $500 |
| Honor the Earth | Lame Deer, MT | Funding support | $500 |
| East Oakland Community Project | Oakland, CA | Funding support | $500 |
| Downs Syndrome Foundation of Fl | Orlando, FL | Funding support | $275 |
| Forever Navajo | Sonoita, AZ | Funding support | $275 |
| Reef Relief | Key West, FL | Funding support | $250 |
| The Turtle Hospital | Marathon, FL | Funding support | $250 |
| Sea Turtle Conservancy | Naples, FL | Funding support | $250 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Merrifield, VA | Funding support | $250 |
| Turning Point USA | Phoenix, AZ | Funding support | $250 |
| Howard County Police Foundation | Ellicott City, MD | Funding support | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,550 | 19 |
| 2024 | $9,180 | 19 |
| 2023 | $3,785 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621059349100402
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-6195347
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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