Nolan Watters Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
Nolan Watters Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Temecula, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$40,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$7,035
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,000 | 4 | $37,011 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 4 | $21,056 |
| 2025 | $40,000 | 3 | $7,035 |
How to apply
Nolan Watters Memorial Fund says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Nolan Watters Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| With Hope The Amber Craig Memorial FND | Provides suicide education,awareness, prevention, and support for youth and at risk kids. | $20,000 |
| Individual | Provides mental health education, resources, and support for veterinary professionals. | $15,000 |
| Save a Warrior | Save a Warrior is committed to ending the staggering suicide rate plaguing our veterans, active-duty military and first responders. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Renier
- Tana Shaw Castro
- Denise Munson
Questions people ask
Does Nolan Watters Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nolan Watters Memorial Fund give?
$40,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Nolan Watters Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists David Renier (President & CEO), Tana Shaw Castro (Secretary) and Denise Munson (Cfo).
What does Nolan Watters Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and animals.