The Walters Family Foundation Inc
The Walters Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Astoria, New York, established in 1962. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with a focus on supporting nonprofit partners that address critical social needs through strategic grantmaking and direct engagement.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$2.1M
-1.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$315K
+26.0% YoY
Grant Count
10
+42.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$32K
-11.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary mission is to partner with nonprofit organizations that address the needs of at-risk youth, families, and the elderly. The foundation is committed to bettering the lives of the less fortunate through three core focus areas:
- Families In Crisis – Supporting organizations that provide shelter, food, clothing, legal counseling, and court assistance to individuals and families experiencing domestic violence
- Education – Including literacy programs such as SMART Reading for young children
- Mental Health Programs – Supporting mental health services for vulnerable populations
The foundation's core value centers on effecting positive change by energizing nonprofit partners to achieve excellence. The foundation views its role as extending beyond simple grant distribution to actively supporting organizational development and community impact.
Grantmaking
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation generally limits its funding to organizations located in the State of Oregon, with preference given to organizations within the metropolitan Portland area. However, the foundation also maintains a presence in New York, Connecticut, and Illinois based on historical giving patterns.
Current Address: 1123 Chapala Street, 3rd Floor, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $2,086,548
- Total Annual Giving: $250,000
- Total Revenues: $302,361
- Total Expenses: $305,538
- Investment Income and Dividends: $126,116
Staffing: The foundation operates with 0 employees.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $2,050,456 | $2,086,548 | $2,089,725 |
| Revenue | $339,792 | $302,361 | $229,586 |
| Expenses | $375,884 | $305,538 | $307,436 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $328,177 | $261,888 | $263,493 |
| Net Investment Income | $292,085 | $258,711 | $185,643 |
| Distributable Amount | $283,778 | $258,343 | $258,095 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
45 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KATHRYN WALTERS | VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR | 10 | — |
| SARAH BLANC | PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR/TREASUR | 10 | — |
| CHRISTOPHER ALBERT BLANC | SECRETARY/DIRECTOR | 10 | — |
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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