Jacob Way Organization

“Jacob Way Organization was incorporated and received its 501(c)(3) tax-exempt determination during the 2022 tax year. The 2025 Form 990-EZ represents the organization's fourth year of operation as a recognized 501(c)(3) public charity. Pursuant to Schedule A Part II Line 13 Jacob Way qualifies as being within its first five years and is not required to complete the public support test. Jacob Way receives support from individual donors, private foundations, corporate sponsors, and community fundraising events serving families navigating pediatric cancer nationally.”

“Contributions, gifts, grants and similar amounts received totaling $41,764 consist of the following: Individual donor contributions $6,496; Foundation and nonprofit contributions $35,268 from United Way Metropolitan Dallas ($5,000), Markham Family Foundation ($10,000), David R. Sellers Foundation ($10,000), and other foundation support ($10,268); and contributions received at special events $400”

“Other revenue of $14,323 consists entirely of in-kind donations received and utilized during the 2025 tax year as follows: Donated goods including care package items, family experience tickets, and program supplies $9,299; Donated use of facilities for program and fundraising events $1,750; Donated event items for fundraising raffle and auction $3,274. All in-kind donations were recorded at fair market value and utilized directly in support of Jacob Way Organization's program services and fundraising activities.”

“Other expenses of $40,947 consist of the following: Special Events Direct Costs $7,605; Programs Direct Assistance to Families $20,386; Supplies $1,243; Telephone and Internet $2,079; Equipment Rental $104; Software, Hardware and Website Maintenance $1,245; Subscriptions $997; Travel and Conferences $1,352; Insurance $1,215; Membership Dues $100; Staff and Volunteer Training $1,488; Bank Fees and Service Charges $296; Merchant Fees $17; Advertising $2,612; Business Taxes and Licensing Fees $27; Charitable Contributions $125; QuickBooks Payment Fees $57”

“Line 26 Total Liabilities of $8,006 represents the net presentation difference attributable to in-kind donations of $14,323 recorded as both revenue on Line 8 and expenses within Line 16 per nonprofit accounting standards for in-kind contributions. The organization's actual cash balance is $1,402 as reflected in Line 22. This presentation difference does not represent actual outstanding liabilities of the organization”

“The difference between Line 21 net assets of ($7,291) and Line 27 net assets of $1,402 is attributable to in-kind donations of $14,323 recorded as both revenue on Line 8 and expenses within Line 16. The in-kind donations were received and fully expended during the 2025 tax year in support of program services. The organization's actual end of year net assets per the balance sheet are $1,402 as reflected on Line 27. The 990-EZ calculation methodology results in this presentation difference which does not represent an error in reporting”

“Line 28 - Primary Exempt Purpose: Jacob Way Organization provides direct support, education, and wellness resources to families navigating pediatric cancer diagnoses nationally, with primary operations based in Arlington, Texas. All Jacob Way programs incorporate mental health support and emotional wellness into every aspect of service delivery recognizing that a pediatric cancer diagnosis impacts every member of the family including patients, siblings, parents and caregivers. Line 29 - Program Service Accomplishments: Jacob Way Organization served families navigating pediatric cancer diagnoses during the 2025 tax year through the following programs: CARING HEARTS INITIATIVE: Provided care packages, grocery gift cards, utility assistance, and family experience opportunities. Since founding Jacob Way has distributed over 200 care packages and over 150 grocery gift cards. Total direct assistance: $20,386. WELLNESS CONNECTIONS SERIES: Facilitated monthly Care Connect Support Groups and quarterly Healthy Cooking Demonstrations with whole family mental health and emotional support embedded throughout. EDUCATION HUB: Trauma-informed professional training curriculum developed for healthcare professionals and hospital facilities launching 2026. In-kind donations totaling $14,323 utilized across all program areas. Line 30 - Grants and Allocations: $0. No grants were made to other organizations during the 2025 tax year. Line 31 - Program Service Expenses: $47,876 representing 78% of total expenses demonstrating Jacob Way's strong commitment to direct program service delivery.”

“The Executive Director and Co-Founder of Jacob Way Organization received independent contractor compensation of $15,000 during the 2025 tax year. This amount is included in Line 13 Professional Fees and Other Payments to Independent Contractors. A Form 1099-NEC was issued accordingly. No officers, directors, trustees, or key employees received W-2 employee compensation during the 2025 tax year. No loans were made to or from any officer, director, trustee, or key employee during the year.”