Eg Watkins Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eg Watkins Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $367,091 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $35,394 and the largest $157,076. 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$367,091
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$35,394
- Largest grant$157,076
- Assets$226,075
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was down from $7.0 million the year before.
83% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $17.5 million | 5 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $7.0 million | 5 | $83,715 |
| 2025 | $367,091 | 10 | $226,075 |
How to apply
Eg Watkins Family Foundation 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.
What Eg Watkins Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $332,667 |
| Maine | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $22,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cushing Academy | 2025-2026 watkins scholar grants | $157,076 |
| Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc | $100,000 heart and vascular jr. Faculty awards fund | $100,000 |
| Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc | $50,000 bruce d levy research and education fund | $50,000 |
| Brigham and Womens Hospital Inc | $50,000 maria a. Yialamas, md education fund | $50,000 |
| Levy Research & Education Fund | Final grant - #4 of 4 | $50,000 |
| Cushing Academy | Csl consulting sawyer hopkins hall project | $20,787 |
| The Palm Beach Police & Fire Foundation Inc | 2025-2026 council of 100 annual renewal | $10,000 |
| Kravis Center for the Performing Arts | Performing arts | $10,000 |
| Cushing Academy | 2024-2025 watkins scholar grants | $4,804 |
| 3GARDINER School Scholarship Fund | 2025 scholarship - olivia powers | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward G Watkins
- Bessemer Trust Company of Florida
Questions people ask
Does Eg Watkins Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eg Watkins Family Foundation give?
$367,091 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $35,394.
Who runs Eg Watkins Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward G Watkins (Co-Trustee) and Bessemer Trust Company of Florida (Co-Trustee).
What does Eg Watkins Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.