The Shaw & Betty Walker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shaw & Betty Walker Foundation is a private foundation in North Muskegon, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 52 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.2 million
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$29.2 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 46 | $25.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 51 | $26.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 52 | $29.2 million |
How to apply
The Shaw & Betty Walker Foundation 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 The Shaw & Betty Walker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 27 | $665,000 |
| Wyoming | 18 | $330,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy | Operational purposes | $150,000 |
| America First Legal | Operational purposes | $100,000 |
| Michigan Tech University | Operational purposes | $100,000 |
| Hope College | Operational purposes | $50,000 |
| Northwoods Music Collaborative | Operational purposes | $50,000 |
| Great Lakes Outdoors Foundation | Operational purposes | $40,000 |
| Agewell SVS Meals on Wheels | Operational purposes | $30,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Operational purposes | $30,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Bighorns | Operational purposes | $30,000 |
| Sheridan Area Search and Rescue | Operational purposes | $30,000 |
| Sheridan Community Land Trust | Operational purposes | $30,000 |
| Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation | Operational purposes | $30,000 |
| The Food Group | Operational purposes | $30,000 |
| Job Creators Network Foundation | Operational purposes | $25,000 |
| Preserve Hickory | Operational purposes | $25,000 |
| The Hub on Smith (Formerly SNR CTZN Council) | Operational purposes | $25,000 |
| Advocacy & Resource Center | Operational purposes | $20,000 |
| Antelope Butte Foundation | Operational purposes | $20,000 |
| Compass Center for Families | Operational purposes | $20,000 |
| Nra Foundation-Freedom Action Foundation | Operational purposes | $20,000 |
| Sheridan Foster Parent Exchange | Operational purposes | $20,000 |
| North Muskegon Booster Club Inc | Operational purposes | $15,000 |
| Senior Resources Discretion | Operational purposes | $15,000 |
| The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay | Operational purposes | $15,000 |
| Traverse City Central High School Athletic Dept | Operational purposes | $15,000 |
| Wgvu | Operational purposes | $15,000 |
| Michigan American Legion Foundation | Operational purposes | $15,000 |
| Alliance for the Great Lakes | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross of West Michigan | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| Chaps Equine Assisted Services | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| Every Woman's Place | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| First Congregational-Unrestricted | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Crystal Falls Library | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| Friends of Walker Memorial Library | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| Harbor Hospice of Muskegon County | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| Kalamazoo College | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| Lagniappe Ministries | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| Lake Leelanau VFW Foundation | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
| Love Inc | Operational purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephanie Morrall
- Betty Walker
- Shaw Walker Jr
- Ivy Walker
- Bruce Walker
- Sabina Walker
Questions people ask
Does The Shaw & Betty Walker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shaw & Betty Walker Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Shaw & Betty Walker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephanie Morrall (Secretary), Betty Walker (Vice President/Director), Shaw Walker Jr (President/Director) and Ivy Walker (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Shaw & Betty Walker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and health.