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THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaker that reported $2M in grants paid in filing year 2025 and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Its engagement is relationship-based and invitation only; nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
PENNSYLVANIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Media, PA
$4.1M
61%
PHILADELPHIA YOUTH ORCHESTRA
Philadelphia, PA
$1.5M
23%
MUSICOPIA INC
Philadelphia, PA
$1M
15%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$23.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$522.7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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- 4 grantees
- 8 board & team members
- 8 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION?
No. THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION give?
THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania and Kansas. 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 WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $23 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $6.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include PENNSYLVANIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, PHILADELPHIA YOUTH ORCHESTRA, and MUSICOPIA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION?
THE WALTER R GARRISON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.