The Waterfall Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Waterfall Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,085 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 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$65,085
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was down from $123,340 the year before.
52% 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 | $160,419 | 31 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $123,340 | 20 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $65,085 | 25 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Waterfall 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 The Waterfall Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $32,600 |
| Florida | 5 | $15,800 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $7,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,185 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,500 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York Historical Society | General support | $20,000 |
| Temple Sinai | General support | $5,185 |
| Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival | General support | $5,000 |
| Cox Science Center & Aquarium | General support | $5,000 |
| Norton Museum of Art | General support | $5,000 |
| Palm Beach Civic Association | General support | $2,800 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | General support | $2,500 |
| Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation | General support | $2,350 |
| Phillips Academy | General support | $2,000 |
| Carbonfund Org Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | General support | $2,000 |
| Atlantic Salmon Federation | General support | $1,500 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation | General support | $1,250 |
| Waltham Land Trust | General support | $1,000 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | General support | $1,000 |
| New England Wildlife Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Milldam Nursery School | General support | $1,000 |
| The Concord Land Conservation Trust | General support | $1,000 |
| Concord Free Public Library | General support | $750 |
| Columbia University | General support | $500 |
| The East Bay School | General support | $500 |
| The Brearley School | General support | $500 |
| Els for Autism Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Thinkgive | General support | $500 |
| Boston College | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan H Waterfall
- Scott Straus
- Jane Waterfall
- John Waterfall Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Waterfall Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Waterfall Family Foundation give?
$65,085 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs The Waterfall Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan H Waterfall (President/Treasurer/Director), Scott Straus (Secretary/ Director), Jane Waterfall (Director) and John Waterfall Jr (Director).
What does The Waterfall Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.