Harold & Helen Shepherd Foundation
Accepts applications
Harold & Helen Shepherd Foundation is a private foundation in Walla Walla, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $434,492 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,650 and the largest $67,174. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$434,492
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,650
- Largest grant$67,174
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $400,385 the year before.
31% 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 | $326,465 | 17 | $7.4 million |
| 2024 | $400,385 | 21 | $7.9 million |
| 2025 | $434,492 | 26 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gary Houser 56 Lewis Rd, Pomeroy, WA 99347 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (509) 525-0220 |
| What to submit | Written request. |
| Restrictions | Preferential consideration of the awards are to civic and charitable organizations in garfield, asotin, columbia,or walla counties in Washington state. |
What Harold & Helen Shepherd Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 26 | $434,492 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Pomeroy | General operations | $67,174 |
| Garfield County Hospital | General operations | $49,424 |
| Spinners Club | General operations | $42,500 |
| Pomeroy School District | General operations | $41,541 |
| Washingon State Univ Foundation | General operations | $40,000 |
| Senior Round Table | General operations | $35,000 |
| Garfield County | General operations | $25,762 |
| Pataha Flour Mill | General operations | $20,000 |
| Pomeroy Community Center | General operations | $16,391 |
| Pomeroy Assist | General operations | $15,000 |
| Garfield County Food Bank | General operations | $14,000 |
| Garfield County Super Citizen | General operations | $13,400 |
| Pomeroy Swim Team | General operations | $11,300 |
| Walla Walla Community College | Scholarships/workforce | $10,000 |
| Bmag | General operations | $5,000 |
| Pomeroy Community Connection | General operations | $5,000 |
| Quality Behavorial Health | General operations | $5,000 |
| Garfield County Pioneer Association | General operations | $3,000 |
| Touchet Valley Soccer | General operations | $3,000 |
| Pomeroy Jr Gun Club | General operations | $2,500 |
| Church of the Nazarene | General operations | $2,000 |
| Pomeroy Community Garden | General operations | $2,000 |
| Walla Walla Symphony | General operations | $2,000 |
| Columbia County Marksmen | General operations | $1,500 |
| Friends of the Library | General operations | $1,000 |
| Inland Fatherhood | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Hayner
- Andrew Houser
- Gary Houser
Questions people ask
Does Harold & Helen Shepherd Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Harold & Helen Shepherd Foundation give?
$434,492 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,650.
Who runs Harold & Helen Shepherd Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Hayner (Trustee), Andrew Houser (Trustee) and Gary Houser (Trustee).
What does Harold & Helen Shepherd Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and community development.