Karen's Way
Historical FunderBay Village, Ohio · EIN 85-3807281 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $2,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Mary Patricia Rhea |
|---|---|
| Address | 317 Saddler Rd, Bay Village OH 44140 |
| Phone | 2164692490 |
| Form and materials | Written request |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | N/A |
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
50% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norton Industries | Lakewood, OH | Donation to repair rental for family in needfor use | $7,397 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Inc | Rye Brook, NY | Student Visionaries Campaign 2024 | $2,500 |
| Run Univeristy | Bay Village, OH | Amy Mihaljevic Memorial 5k Run &1 mile walk | $2,000 |
| younglife | Harlan, IA | Gift for to Cleveland WestshoreOperating expenses | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,397 | 4 |
| 2023 | $268,875 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202542239349100229
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-3807281
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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