The Walter R Garrison Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Walter R Garrison Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $999,000 and the largest $1.0 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$999,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $6.4 million the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $79,086 | 7 | $11.0 million |
| 2024 | $6.4 million | 3 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 2 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Walter R Garrison 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 Walter R Garrison Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $998,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ku Endowment | Unrestricted | $1.0 million |
| Media Providence Friends School | Unrestricted | $998,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barton J Winokur
- Michael Emmi
- Lawrence Karlson
- Walter Strine Jr
- Jonathan W Meyer
Questions people ask
Does The Walter R Garrison Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Walter R Garrison Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $999,000.
Who runs The Walter R Garrison Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barton J Winokur (Director, Chair), Michael Emmi (Director), Lawrence Karlson (Director) and Walter Strine Jr (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Walter R Garrison Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.