Washington State Fair Foundation

“The washington state fair foundation's form 990 is prepared by an independent accounting firm. Upon completion of the return, it is reviewed in detail by the organization's treasurer. A copy of the return is also available to each board member for his/her review.”

“The washington state fair foundation makes its governing documents and financial statements available to the public upon request. The organization's form 990 is also available to the public upon request and is posted on guidestar's website.”

“The washington state fair foundation funded the historic grandstand lounge that opened to the public in september of 2017. The goal of creating the historic grandstand lounge was to give the washington state fair foundation more visibility and educate our guests about what the foundation does while also giving our guests a historical perspective of the fair and offering a reprieve for them to enjoy a scone or charge their cell phone. This welcoming area is truly a relaxing space that our guests have come to enjoy and look forward to visiting during the spring and fall state fair. The area has been a huge face lift beneath our grandstand and has offered a personal touch for our guests.”

“Number of employees reported on form w-3: the foundation reimburses its related party for the compensation of its one employee. All payroll returns are filed by the related party.”

“The washington state fair foundation undergoes an annual financial statement audit performed by an independent accounting firm. The audited financial statements are presented on a consolidated basis with the western washington fair association (related organization). The finance and budget/internal audit committee is responsible for the oversight of the financial statement audit, as well as the selection of an independent accounting firm.”

“Description of the washington state fair foundation's korum family art scholarship (first, second & third offered each year) this scholarship is intended to showcase the entire state of washington, and to encourage young artists in the pursuit of their artistic/educational growth. These scholarships are available to graduating seniors from the following area high schools: puyallup, rogers, emerald ridge, walker, cascade christian, sumner, bonney lake and orting. In addition these scholarishiop are available to any junior from the state of washington. The $2,500, the $1,500 and the $1,000 scholarships are intended to assist the recipients in pursuit of their artistic/educational goals. Applicants must use the scholarship in order to attend a college of his or her choice. Monies will be forwarded directly to the recipient's choice of educational institution. Only original flat and 3 dimensional work is eligible for judging. A selection committee at each high school will choose five candidates. These 40 candidates will compete for the three scholarships. The winners will be chosen by the korum family art scholarship selection committee. The first place piece will be auctioned at the annual washington state fair foundation roundup auction with the proceeds going to the washington state fair foundation's korum family art scholarship. Description of the washington state fair foundation's anderson criminal justice scholarship one scholarship will be awarded for $2,500 per year, up to two years, as long as the student is still in a criminal justice program when their major is declared: 1. Scholarship must be used in contiguous years. 2. The scholarship was designed to be flexible with regard to the recipient's choice of either a two or a four-year institution. 3. This scholarship is limited to washington state residents only and who are starting their post secondary education in the fall/autumn quarter. 4. Must attend a college in the state of washington. 5. An annual review by the washington state fair foundation scholarship committee will be made before renewal of the scholarship. Recipient must submit a transcript of prior year's grades by july 15th each year. This scholarship is intended to assist recipients in reaching their career goals. Applicants must use the scholarship monies to obtain training from a college, university or accredited trade or vocational school in washington state. The monies may be used for books and tuition only and will be paid directly to the institution or school. Description of the washington state fair foundation's anderson veterinary school scholarship one scholarship will be awarded to a third year veterinary school student attending washington state university with an emphasis in equine medicine. The scholarship is $2,500 per year for two years. 1. Must be used in contiguous years. 2. Is limited to students who graduated from a high school in washington state. 3. Must have documented financial need. 4. Is contingent on an annual review by the washington state fair foundation scholarship committee before renewal of the scholarship. Recipient must submit a transcript of prior year's grades by july 15th each year. The monies may be used for books and tuition only and will be paid directly to the institution or school. Description of the washington state fair foundation's college access program scholarships: the scholarship in the amount of $2,500, is intended for students participating, and demonstrating success, in two specific college access programs - college bound and trio talent search, both run by the metropolitan development council of tacoma. These programs are designed to support students who are typically considered to be in "underserved" populations. Description of the washington state fair foundation's absher family endowment scholarship: the scholarship in the amount of $2,500, is intended to to support of a local student who will attend the university of washington. The following guideli”