Margaret M and Robert D Walter Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Margaret M and Robert D Walter Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $8.5 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $8.5 million and the largest $8.5 million. 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$8.5 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$8.5 million
- Largest grant$8.5 million
- Assets$104 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.0 million 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 | $2.8 million | 1 | $84.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 1 | $90.8 million |
| 2025 | $8.5 million | 1 | $104 million |
How to apply
Margaret M and Robert D Walter 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $8.5 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Margaret and Robert Walter Foundation | To support grantmaking activities - advancing philanthropy | $8.5 million |
Officers and trustees
- Robert D Walter
- George H Bennett Jr
- Jodi C Fransen
- Scott G Heitkamp
- Margaret M Walter
- Matthew D Walter
- R Blane Walter
- Peter A Walter
Questions people ask
Does Margaret M and Robert D Walter Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Margaret M and Robert D Walter Foundation give?
$8.5 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $8.5 million.
Who runs Margaret M and Robert D Walter Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert D Walter (President & Director), George H Bennett Jr (Vice President), Jodi C Fransen (Treasurer and Secretary) and Scott G Heitkamp (Assistant Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.