JACKSON, WY

Walking Softer

Quick Facts

EIN: 853237904
Location: JACKSON, WY
Phone: (949) 253-9600
Category: Environment
Total Assets: $34.5M
Annual Income: $19.8M
IRS Ruling Year: 2022
Organization Type: Operating Foundation
Principal Officer: % Blake Oswalt
Tax Deductibility: Contributions are deductible

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About This Foundation

Walking Softer is a private corporation based in JACKSON, WY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2022. The principal officer is % Blake Oswalt. It holds total assets of $34.5M. Annual income is reported at $19.8M. EDUCATION PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO LEARN ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE AND SUSTAINABILITY. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.

Application Information

Preselected OnlyThis foundation typically selects grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.

Programs & Activities

EDUCATION PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO LEARN ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE AND SUSTAINABILITY

Expenses: $696K

YOUNG LEADERS AWARD A YEAR LONG PROGRAM THAT SUPPORTS PASSIONATE YOUNG LEADERS WHO ARE VITAL AGENTS OF CHANGE AND INNOVATORS OF SOLUTIONS FOR OUR PLANET

Expenses: $278K

ANNUAL SUMMIT WITH CHANGEMAKERS TO RAISE AWARENESS ON THE CURRENT STATE OF OUR PLANET

Expenses: $361K

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Walking Softer fund?

EDUCATION PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO LEARN ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE AND SUSTAINABILITY.

How do I apply for a grant from Walking Softer?

Walking Softer typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.

Where is Walking Softer located?

Walking Softer is headquartered in JACKSON, WY.

Key People & Compensation (2022)

Name	Title	Compensation	Benefits	Total
Tighe Brown	PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR	$234K	$5K	$239K
Ali Dunford-Milburn	SECRETARY/TREASURER	$103K	$7K	$110K
Jerry Rickmeyer	DIRECTOR	$0	$0	$0
George Mccrimlisk	DIRECTOR	$0	$0	$0

990 Tax Filings

Year	Return Type	PDF
2023	990PF	View
2022	990PF	View
2021	990PF	View
2020	990PF

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Financial Overview

Total Giving

$6.1M

2023+217%

Total Assets

$32M

2023+173%

Fair Market Value

$32M

2023

Net Worth

$20.8M

2023

Grants Paid

$6K

2023

Contributions

$12.8M

2023

Net Investment Income

$2M

2023

Distribution Amount

2023

Total Giving by Year

Asset Growth

Revenue Over Time

Liabilities Over Time

Investment Portfolio (2023)

Total: $10.5M

Corporate Stock (48%)

Other Investments (42%)

Cash (11%)

Expense Breakdown (2023)

Revenue Sources (2023)

Contributions: $12.8M
Interest: $455K
Dividends: $74K
Capital Gains (Net): $-1,451,843

Financial Details (2023)

Total Revenue: $11.9M
Total Expenses: $6.1M
Exempt Purpose Expenses: $5.4M
Required Distribution: $0
Undistributed Income: $0
Total Liabilities: $11.2M
Excise Tax: $28K

Foundation Classification (2023)

Operating FoundationYes

Grants to IndividualsYes

Non-Charity GrantsYes

Lobbying ActivityNo

Excess Business HoldingsNo

Grants Received

Other foundations that have funded Walking Softer.

Funder	Amount	Year	Purpose
Teach A Man To Fish Foundation	$3.7M	2023	To support innovation and awareness of conservation through their academic programs and scholarships.
Teach A Man To Fish Foundation	$5.4M	2022	To support innovation and awareness of conservation through their academic programs and scholarships.
Teach A Man To Fish Foundation	$5.4M	2022	To support innovation and awareness of conservation through their academic programs and scholarships.