Mary Garner Esary Trust
Historical FunderWalla Walla, Washington · EIN 91-1901307 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $4,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ROBERT ZAGELOW |
|---|---|
| Address | 1391 COUNTRY CLUB RD, WALLA WALLA WA 99362 |
| Phone | 5095202227 |
| Form and materials | 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. |
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 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Mountain Community Foundation | Walla Walla, WA | Endowment | $3,303,881 |
| Blue Mountain Community Foundation | Walla Walla, WA | Endowment | $19,043 |
| Walla Walla Public School | Walla Walla, WA | Scholarships | $17,500 |
| Walla Walla Catholic Schools | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $5,000 |
| Fort Walla Walla Museum | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $4,500 |
| Page Ahead | Seattle, WA | Children's literacy | $4,500 |
| City of Walla Walla | Walla Walla, WA | Parks & recreation | $4,000 |
| St Francis Cabrini | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $3,665 |
| Campfire | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $3,500 |
| Community Council | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $3,500 |
| St Basil Academy | Walla Walla, WA | Scholarships | $3,500 |
| Trilogy Recovery Community | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $3,500 |
| Blue Mountain Action Council | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $3,000 |
| Early Life Speech & Language | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $3,000 |
| Friends of Children of Walla Walla | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $3,000 |
| Walla Walla Public School | Walla Walla, WA | Once school one book | $3,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Seattle, WA | General operations | $2,500 |
| Junior Achievement | Kennewick, WA | General operations | $2,500 |
| Little Theatre of Walla Walla | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $2,500 |
| Power House Theatre | Walla Walla, WA | General operations | $2,500 |
| Girl Scouts of Eastern Wa and North | Spokane, WA | General operations | $2,000 |
| Walla Walla Catholic Schools | Walla Walla, WA | Hope | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,400,589 | 22 |
| 2023 | $150,575 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533219349104048
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-1901307
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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