Harold and Helen Shepherd Foundation
Historical FunderWalla Walla, Washington · EIN 91-1708510 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $25,762.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | GARY HOUSER |
|---|---|
| Address | 56 LEWIS RD, POMEROY WA 99347 |
| Phone | 5095250220 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUEST. |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | PREFERENTIAL CONSIDERATION OF THE AWARDS ARE TO CIVIC AND CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS IN GARFIELD, ASOTIN, COLUMBIA,OR WALLA COUNTIES IN WASHINGTON STATE. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Pomeroy | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $67,174 |
| Garfield County Hospital | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $49,424 |
| Spinners Club | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $42,500 |
| Pomeroy School District | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $41,541 |
| Washingon State Univ Foundation | Pullman, WA | General operations | $40,000 |
| Senior Round Table | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $35,000 |
| Garfield County | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $25,762 |
| Pataha Flour Mill | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $20,000 |
| Pomeroy Community Center | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $16,391 |
| Pomeroy Assist | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $15,000 |
| Garfield County Food Bank | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $14,000 |
| Garfield County Super Citizen | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $13,400 |
| Pomeroy Swim Team | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $11,300 |
| Walla Walla Community College | Walla Walla, WA | Scholarships/Workforce | $10,000 |
| Bmag | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $5,000 |
| Pomeroy Community Connection | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $5,000 |
| Quality Behavorial Health | Clarkston, WA | General operations | $5,000 |
| Garfield County Pioneer Association | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $3,000 |
| Touchet Valley Soccer | Dayton, WA | General operations | $3,000 |
| Pomeroy Jr Gun Club | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $2,500 |
| Church of the Nazarene | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $2,000 |
| Pomeroy Community Garden | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $2,000 |
| Walla Walla Symphony | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $2,000 |
| Columbia County Marksmen | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $1,500 |
| Friends of the Library | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $1,000 |
| Inland Fatherhood | Pomeroy, WA | General operations | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $434,492 | 26 |
| 2024 | $400,385 | 21 |
| 2023 | $326,465 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620489349100247
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-1708510
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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