Walters Foundation
Accepts applications
Walters Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $105,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$105,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was down from $336,893 the year before.
57% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $154,000 | 17 | $3.8 million |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $336,893 | 17 | $4.2 million |
| 2025 | $105,000 | 7 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Clifford Walters Co Bartlett Pringl 1123 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93035 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (805) 663-0040 |
| What to submit | Initiate with written requests |
| Restrictions | The foundation efforts are aimed at (1) programs which enable at-risk individuals and at-risk families to become productive, self-sufficient members of society, and (2) contributing to the overall betterment of society. The foundation generally limits its funding to organizations located in the state of Oregon, with preference given to organizations within metropolitan portland, particularly in the hillsboro area. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Walters Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 7 | $105,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Miss Oregon Scholarship Program | In furtherance of 501(c)(3) exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Smart Reading | In furtherance of 501(c)(3) exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Portland Rescue Mission | In furtherance of 501(c)(3) exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Kathys Place | In furtherance of 501(c)(3) exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Assistance League of Eugene | In furtherance of 501(c)(3) exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Every Child Lane County | In furtherance of 501(c)(3) exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Hosea Youth Services | In furtherance of 501(c)(3) exempt purpose | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Clifford Walters
- Randal Unterseher
- Tamberly Couch
- Wendy Olsen
- Sue Neal
- Paul Emerson
Questions people ask
Does Walters Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Walters Foundation give?
$105,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Walters Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Clifford Walters (President), Randal Unterseher (Vice President), Tamberly Couch (Secretary/Treasurer) and Wendy Olsen (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Walters Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.