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The Shaw & Betty Walker Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the foundation allocated $1.3 million across 44 grantees, focusing on fostering meaningful partnerships within its funding community. Nonprofits interested in potential collaboration can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

GRAND TRAVERSE REGIONAL LAND CONSERVANCY
Traverse City, MI
$470K
5%

SHERIDAN COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
Sheridan, WY
$160K
2%
NORTHWOODS MUSIC COLLABORATIVE INC
Crystal Falls, MI
$140K
1%
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Total No. of Grants
51
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION?
No. THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION give?
THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Wyoming, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include GRAND TRAVERSE REGIONAL LAND CONSERVANCY, SHERIDAN COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION, and NORTHWOODS MUSIC COLLABORATIVE INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION?
THE SHAW & BETTY WALKER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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