GRANT HISTORY
With appreciation for the generosity of Donald and Virginia Sherwood, Sherwood Trust invests over $1 million each year in grants and programs for the Walla Walla Valley. Since our founding, Sherwood Trust has invested over $35 million for proposals ranging from strategic planning, to new staff positions, to improved nonprofit buildings or community facilities.
Recent grant history:
2023 Core grants were awarded to the following:
• $200,000 to Tri-City Partners Habitat for Humanity to support the development and construction of affordable homes in Walla Walla.
• $200,000 to YWCA Walla Walla to support development of a licensed childcare center in Dayton.
• $175,000 to Walla Walla Immigrant Rights Coalition to support staffing over two years.
• $50,000 to Blue Mountain Land Trust to support outdoor youth recreation.
• $45,000 to Waitsburg Town Hall to support the installation of ADA bathrooms.
• $45,000 to All Saints Thrift Store of Dayton to support the purchase of a vehicle.
• $45,000 to Central Washington Justice for our Neighbors to support outreach and pro-bono legal aid for immigrants.
• $42,000 to Plus Delta After School Studios in Dayton to support youth after school activities.
• $30,000 to Frazier Farmstead in Milton-Freewater for the construction of a pioneer schoolhouse.
In addition to the competitive Core grant awards, Sherwood Trust’s disbursed $225,000 through its non-competitive Invitational grant program:
• $125,000 as the second installment of a three-year commitment to support Commitment to Community, a grassroots community engagement program at Blue Mountain Action Council that serves specific Walla Walla neighborhoods.
• $100,000 as the second installment of a three-year commitment to Community Council, a regional nonprofit that engages people through dialogue, inquiry and advocacy to build a vibrant region.