Western Washington Fair Association
We provide washington's home to gather and celebrate for generations to come. Our core values education, family and fun. Education - we encourage everyone to get to know washington. We provide a hands-on experience showcasing agriculture, the arts, and the marketplace. We promote creativity and innovation while honoring our traditions. We set the stage for learning and discovery in fun and unexpected ways. Family - we want everyone who has and will come through our gates to feel welcome. We honor our fair founders by encouraging people of all ages and backgrounds to come together to celebrate and make wonderful memories at a good value in a safe environment. We value all guests and fair family treating them with respect. Fun - the fair is the place to escape the ordinary - be entertained, experience the joy of lasting memories, feel the excitement of discovery and enjoy thrills, good food, and great people.
Western Washington Fair Association at a glance
In short: Western Washington Fair Association gave $278K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $278K), mostly in Washington. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $277,614
- +155.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $277,614
- +155.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $277,614
- Total assets
- $99,861,271
- +9.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Washington (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Western Washington Fair Association funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Washington State Fair Foundation ($278K).
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 2 grants of 5 (40%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Western Washington Fair Association gives
- Giving grew 219% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $87K (2021) to $278K (2024). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $278K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington State Fair Foundation Puyallup, WA | Consulting Fees for Fundraising Activities | $277,614 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $99,861,271 | $52,370,008 | $46,786,446 | $277,614 | 1 | $1,441,913 |
| 2023 | $91,525,795 | $48,813,776 | $42,828,244 | $108,630 | 1 | $765,605 |
| 2022 | $85,615,905 | $51,697,261 | $39,660,481 | $113,785 | 1 | $72,003 |
| 2021 | $76,145,204 | $42,507,935 | $30,269,309 | $87,023 | 1 | $94,397 |
| 2020 | $64,910,540 | $2,480,338 | $13,097,817 | $92,734 | 1 | $-704,368 |
About Western Washington Fair Association
Based on IRS filings
Western Washington Fair Association is a public charity focused on Recreation & Sports, based in Puyallup, WA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $99.9M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $278K. Net investment income was $1.4M.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Western Washington Fair Association is led by Renee McClain, Chief Executive Officer since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 20 of 21 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Renee McClain
Chief Executive Officer
CFO → CEO, 2021
CEO → Chief Executive Officer, 2023
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$150K (2020) → $238K (2024)
Michael D. Nelson
President
Director → Treasurer, 2023
Treasurer → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$15K (2020) → $26K (2024)
Candace P. Blancher
Director
Past President → Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$15K (2020) → $23K (2024)
Daniel W. McClung
Director
Past President → Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$11K (2020) → $23K (2024)
Gary A. Tucci
Director
President → Past President, 2023
Past President → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
$15K (2020) → $23K (2024)
Jeff McVicker
Director
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$9K (2022) → $23K (2024)
Jeffery C. Hogan
Director
Secretary → Vice President, 2023
Vice President → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$15K (2020) → $28K (2024)
John G. Wolfe
Director
Treasurer → Secretary, 2023
Secretary → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$15K (2020) → $32K (2024)
Lisa Wilson
Director
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$26K (2023) → $23K (2024)
Andrew D. McDonald
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$15K (2020) → $23K (2024)
Jerry D. Larson
Past President
Vice President → President, 2023
President → Past President, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$13K (2020) → $23K (2024)
Kent Hojem
Former Chief Executive Officer
CEO → Former CEO, 2021
Former CEO → Former Chief Executive Officer, 2023
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$227K (2020) → $210K (2024)
Scott A. Selden
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$8K (2020) → $23K (2024)
Thomas E. Walrath Jr.
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$8K (2020) → $26K (2024)
Andrea Thayer
Chief Experience Officer
Competitive Exhibits Manager → Chief Experience Officer, 2023
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$106K (2022) → $127K (2024)
Bill Yun
Former Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer → Former Chief Financial Officer, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$177K (2024)
Cari Dixon
Chief Growth Officer
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$124K (2023) → $118K (2024)
John Tartaglia
Vendor Services Manager
Former Chief Risk Officer → Vendor Services Manager, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$151K (2023) → $192K (2024)
Lenny Strobl
Trades & Projects Supervis
Trades & Projects Supervisor → Trades & Projects Supervis, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$118K (2023) → $132K (2024)
Sean Scanlan
Fleet Supv, Mechancial & Design
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$120K (2024)
Geoff Cole
Chief Financial Officer
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Alan W. Baker (2020–2023) — Chief Operations Officer
- Former: Debbie Baker (2022–2023) — Facility Rentals Manager
- Former: Edward J. Barnes (2020–2022) — COO
- Former: Tracey A. Wittenfeld (2020–2022) — Marketing Manager
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $238K, to Renee McClain (Chief Executive Officer). 20 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Western Washington Fair Association
How much does Western Washington Fair Association give each year?
Western Washington Fair Association gave $278K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $109K across 1 grant.
How large is Western Washington Fair Association?
Western Washington Fair Association reported $99.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $52.4M.
What is Western Washington Fair Association?
Western Washington Fair Association is a public charity focused on Recreation & Sports, based in Puyallup, WA. It holds $99.9M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Western Washington Fair Association operate?
Western Washington Fair Association has awarded grants in Washington.
What is Western Washington Fair Association's EIN?
Western Washington Fair Association's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 91-0470250. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS October 14, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 17, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 16, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 20, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 22, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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