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Walker Foundation is a private corporation based in EDMONDS, WA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2015. The principal officer is Thomas E Walker. It holds total assets of $8.3M. Annual income is reported at $1.8M. Total assets have grown from $18K in 2015 to $8.1M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington and Missouri. According to available records, Walker Foundation has made 100 grants totaling $2.1M, with a median grant of $3K. Annual giving has grown from $369K in 2020 to $446K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $921K distributed across 42 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $170 to $120K, with an average award of $21K. The foundation has supported 30 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Washington, Missouri, Nebraska, which account for 66% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 11 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$22K
Largest Grant
$120K
Based on 17 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Walker Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 100 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WA, MO, NE.
Walker Foundation has distributed a total of $2.1M across 100 grants. The median grant size is $3K, with an average of $21K. Individual grants have ranged from $170 to $120K.
Walker Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Walker Foundation is headquartered in EDMONDS, WA. While based in WA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 11 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas E Walker | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Martha E Walker | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John E Shaw | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$476K
Total Assets
$8.1M
Fair Market Value
$9M
Net Worth
$8.1M
Grants Paid
$446K
Contributions
$350K
Net Investment Income
$351K
Distribution Amount
$411K
Total: $3.8M
Total Grants
100
Total Giving
$2.1M
Average Grant
$21K
Median Grant
$3K
Unique Recipients
30
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic Violence Service Of Snohomish CountyTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Everett, WA | $100K | 2023 |
| Maryville University Walker ClinicGENERAL FUND OF HEARING AND SPEECH CLINIC | St Louis, MO | $100K | 2023 |
| Indigenous Education Foundation Of TanzaniaSCHOLARSHIP AND PROGRAM FUNDING | Ogallala, NE | $100K | 2023 |
| Cascadia Art MuseumEXHIBITION AND RESEARCH FUNDING | Edmonds, WA | $50K | 2023 |
| Ranken Technical CollegeTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | St Louis, MO | $20K | 2023 |
| Meds & Food For KidsTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | St Louis, MO | $19K | 2023 |
| St Hilda St Partick ChurchTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Edmonds, WA | $11K | 2023 |
| Museum Of GlassTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Neenah, WI | $6K | 2023 |
| Beyond Housing IncTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | St Louis, MO | $6K | 2023 |
| Emerge Center Against Domestic AbuseTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Tucson, AZ | $5K | 2023 |
| Sno-Isle Libraries FoundationTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Marysville, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| Peter Michael FoundationCANCER TREATMENT RESEARCH | Calistoga, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| All Saints Episcopal ChurchTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Loveland, CO | $4K | 2023 |
| Brightside St LouisTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| The Barnyard Community CenterTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Miami, FL | $3K | 2023 |
| Predators Of The HeartTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Anacortes, WA | $2K | 2023 |
| Sustainable TherapyTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | St Louis, MO | $2K | 2023 |
| Ymca Of Greater SeattleTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Seattle, WA | $2K | 2023 |
| Coast Guard FoundationTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Stonington, CT | $2K | 2023 |
| The Salvation Army - Northwest DivisionTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Seattle, WA | $1K | 2023 |
| Friends Of Sabino CanyonTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Tucson, AZ | $1K | 2023 |
| Turn Point Lighthouse SocietyTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Orcas, WA | $500 | 2023 |
| Delta Upsilon FoundationTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Indianapolis, IN | $250 | 2023 |
| Ark Institute Of LearningTO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION'S MISSION | Tacoma, WA | $170 | 2023 |