James and Sharon Walker Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James and Sharon Walker Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wayzata, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $250,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$250,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $265,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $175,000 | 12 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $265,000 | 12 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $250,000 | 10 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
James and Sharon Walker Charitable 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 James and Sharon Walker Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $110,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Morningside University | Unrestricted charitable grant | $100,000 |
| New Hope Church | Unrestricted charitable grant | $75,000 |
| The Rafiki Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $15,000 |
| Family Research Council | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Kihei Baptist Chapel | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| New Life Family Services | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Urban Ventures | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| The Army Historical Foundation National Museum of the United States Army | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Treehouse Inc | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Walker
- Sharon Walker
Questions people ask
Does James and Sharon Walker Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James and Sharon Walker Charitable Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs James and Sharon Walker Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Walker (Director) and Sharon Walker (Director).
What does James and Sharon Walker Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.