Watts Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Watts Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rochester, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,100 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,225 and the largest $11,575. 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$90,100
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,225
- Largest grant$11,575
- Assets$985,086
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $85,521 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $81,697 | 19 | $884,645 |
| 2024 | $85,521 | 22 | $883,779 |
| 2025 | $90,100 | 24 | $985,086 |
How to apply
Watts 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 Watts Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 15 | $61,625 |
| Missouri | 2 | $12,150 |
| Florida | 1 | $8,160 |
| Colorado | 3 | $3,165 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ Community Church | General support | $11,575 |
| Possabilities | General support | $11,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General support | $10,900 |
| MN Adult & Teen Challenge | General support | $10,800 |
| Read Ministries | General support | $10,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | General support | $8,160 |
| Steiger International | General support | $5,000 |
| American Helper | General support | $3,600 |
| Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch | General support | $3,500 |
| Christian Missionary Alliance | General support | $2,000 |
| Southwest Community Church | General support | $2,000 |
| Live Dead | General support | $1,250 |
| Focus on the Family | General support | $1,200 |
| Friends of the Great Commission | General support | $1,200 |
| Bear Creek Services | General support | $1,000 |
| Camp Victory | General support | $1,000 |
| Crystal Women's Clinic | General support | $1,000 |
| Hockey Ministries International | General support | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $1,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General support | $1,000 |
| One Child Matters | General support | $765 |
| National Community Resource Center | General support | $500 |
| Special Olympics Minnesota | General support | $500 |
| Hugs for Hunter | General support | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Allan Watts
- Julie Watts
Questions people ask
Does Watts Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Watts Family Foundation give?
$90,100 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,225.
Who runs Watts Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allan Watts (Vice President) and Julie Watts (President).
What does Watts Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and international.