The Industrial Commission
Historical FunderChehalis, Washington · EIN 91-1985089 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $80,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | BRUCE ROBERTS THE INDUSTRIAL COMMIS |
|---|---|
| Address | P O BOX 1501, CHEHALIS WA 98532 |
| Phone | 3607487661 |
| Form and materials | 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. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | BENEFIT MUST BE FOR THE COMMUNITIES OF CHEHALIS AND CENTRALIA, WASHINGTON AND LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port of Chehalis | Chehalis, WA | Donation will allow port to develope land for additional jobs in the chehalis industrial park to serve new businesses. | $569,002 |
| Chehalis Foundation | Chehalis, WA | To cover operating expenses for one year. the organization invests in the chehalis community by contributing to meaningful change,… | $200,000 |
| Industrial Park at Transalta | Centralia, WA | To assist with job creation and community development to serve the unmet need for large acreage, large volume, water, electricity and rail… | $80,000 |
| Centralia College Foundation | Centralia, WA | Provide funds to purchase equipment for the college's farm education program | $50,000 |
| Lewis County Work Opportunities | Chehalis, WA | For operating expenses. assists adults with disabilities secure training or work in the private sector. those who are unable to meet the… | $30,000 |
| Economic Alliance of Lewis County | Chehalis, WA | To assist with costs of contacting and recruiting industrial firms. to provide funding to provide education for small business owners to… | $29,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Lewis County | Chehalis, WA | To assist the organization in funding its mission to enable all young people, especially those who need US most, to reach their full… | $15,000 |
| Kiddin Around | Centralia, WA | To provide washington business week educational program to high school juniors | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $983,002 | 8 |
| 2024 | $465,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $53,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632399349100823
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-1985089
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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