W Emory Waters Jr Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
W Emory Waters Jr Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $57,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $9,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$57,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$9,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$588,583
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,000 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 | $62,000 | 8 | $413,436 |
| 2024 | $48,000 | 6 | $520,538 |
| 2025 | $57,000 | 6 | $588,583 |
How to apply
W Emory Waters Jr Charitable Trust 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 W Emory Waters Jr Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 5 | $42,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Emory Alzheimer's Research Center | General fund | $15,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | General fund | $15,000 |
| Mercy Health Center | General fund | $15,000 |
| Atlanta Humane Society | General fund | $4,000 |
| Epworth by the Sea | General fund | $4,000 |
| The Methodist Home | General fund | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- W Emory Waters Jr
Questions people ask
Does W Emory Waters Jr Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does W Emory Waters Jr Charitable Trust give?
$57,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $9,500.
Who runs W Emory Waters Jr Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists W Emory Waters Jr (Trustee).
What does W Emory Waters Jr Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.