James and Ethel Walker Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
James and Ethel Walker Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Auburndale, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $19,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$19,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$301,551
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $34,500 the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $34,500 | 12 | $292,262 |
| 2024 | $19,000 | 8 | $301,551 |
How to apply
James and Ethel Walker Charitable Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What James and Ethel Walker Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wbur | Research | $5,000 |
| Boston Area Gleaners | Research | $2,000 |
| Charles River Watershed | Research | $2,000 |
| Food for Free | Research | $2,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Research | $2,000 |
| Newton Food Pantry | Research | $2,000 |
| World Kitchen Central | Research | $2,000 |
| Lexfarm | Research | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Kaplan
Questions people ask
Does James and Ethel Walker Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James and Ethel Walker Charitable Trust give?
$19,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs James and Ethel Walker Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul Kaplan (Trustee).
What does James and Ethel Walker Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and food and hunger.