Mary Garner Esary Trust
Accepts applications
Mary Garner Esary Trust is a private foundation in Walla Walla, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.4 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $3.3 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.4 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$3.3 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $150,575 the year before.
58% of its 2024 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 | $150,575 | 18 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $3.4 million | 22 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert Zagelow 1391 Country Club Rd, Walla Walla, WA 99362 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (509) 520-2227 |
| What to submit | Letter stating proposed use of funds, copy of 501(c)(3) exemption letter, and proposed budget required. |
| Deadlines | No set deadlines. |
| Restrictions | Walla walla & eastern Washington geographic area. |
What Mary Garner Esary Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 22 | $3.4 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Mountain Community Foundation | Endowment | $3.3 million |
| Blue Mountain Community Foundation | Endowment | $19,043 |
| Walla Walla Public School | Scholarships | $17,500 |
| Walla Walla Catholic Schools | General operations | $5,000 |
| Fort Walla Walla Museum | General operations | $4,500 |
| Page Ahead | Children's literacy | $4,500 |
| City of Walla Walla | Parks & recreation | $4,000 |
| St Francis Cabrini | General operations | $3,665 |
| Campfire | General operations | $3,500 |
| Community Council | General operations | $3,500 |
| St Basil Academy | Scholarships | $3,500 |
| Trilogy Recovery Community | General operations | $3,500 |
| Blue Mountain Action Council | General operations | $3,000 |
| Early Life Speech & Language | General operations | $3,000 |
| Friends of Children of Walla Walla | General operations | $3,000 |
| Walla Walla Public School | Once school one book | $3,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General operations | $2,500 |
| Junior Achievement | General operations | $2,500 |
| Little Theatre of Walla Walla | General operations | $2,500 |
| Power House Theatre | General operations | $2,500 |
| Girl Scouts of Eastern Wa and North | General operations | $2,000 |
| Walla Walla Catholic Schools | Hope | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert L Zagelow
Questions people ask
Does Mary Garner Esary Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No set deadlines..
How much does Mary Garner Esary Trust give?
$3.4 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Mary Garner Esary Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert L Zagelow (Trustee).
What does Mary Garner Esary Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and arts and culture.