The Industrial Commission
Accepts applications
The Industrial Commission is a private foundation in Chehalis, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $983,002 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $569,002. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$983,002
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$569,002
- Assets$13.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $465,000 the year before.
38% 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 | $53,000 | 3 | $14.3 million |
| 2024 | $465,000 | 6 | $14.0 million |
| 2025 | $983,002 | 8 | $13.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Bruce Roberts the Industrial Commis P O Box 1501, Chehalis, WA 98532 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (360) 748-7661 |
| What to submit | Written application outlining project and how it supports the stated objectives of the industrial commission to promote economic development, encourage job creation, community revitalization, promote social welfare, and educate the public as to the importance of these matters. |
| Restrictions | Benefit must be for the communities of chehalis and centralia, Washington and lewis county, Washington. |
What The Industrial Commission funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 8 | $983,002 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Port of Chehalis | Donation will allow port to develope land for additional jobs in the chehalis industrial park to serve new businesses. | $569,002 |
| Chehalis Foundation | To cover operating expenses for one year. The organization invests in the chehalis community by contributing to meaningful change, supporting projects that enhance education, infrastructure, and community development. | $200,000 |
| Industrial Park at Transalta | To assist with job creation and community development to serve the unmet need for large acreage, large volume, water, electricity and rail access customers | $80,000 |
| Centralia College Foundation | Provide funds to purchase equipment for the college's farm education program | $50,000 |
| Lewis County Work Opportunities | For operating expenses. Assists adults with disabilities secure training or work in the private sector. Those who are unable to meet the standards of private employers may be employed by the organization. | $30,000 |
| Economic Alliance of Lewis County | To assist with costs of contacting and recruiting industrial firms. To provide funding to provide education for small business owners to learn responsibilities for tax reporting, business licensing, financial management and other issues they face. | $29,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Lewis County | To assist the organization in funding its mission to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. | $15,000 |
| Kiddin Around | To provide washington business week educational program to high school juniors | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Devaul
- Larry Petersen
- Dwayne Aberle
- Brian Tornow
- Kirk Vigre
- Tim Sayler
- Thomas D Bradley
- Andy Alexander
- Paul Ericson
- Ken Frazier
- Greg Lund
- Dolly Tardiff
- Joanne Schwartz
- Larry Walker
Questions people ask
Does The Industrial Commission accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Industrial Commission give?
$983,002 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Industrial Commission?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank Devaul (Secretary), Larry Petersen (Board Member), Dwayne Aberle (Board Member) and Brian Tornow (President) among 14 officers and trustees.
What does The Industrial Commission fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, environment and conservation and education.