The Watershed Project Company
Preselected recipients only
The Watershed Project Company is a private foundation in Lakewood, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $577,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $577,000 and the largest $577,000. 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$577,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$577,000
- Largest grant$577,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $476,348 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 | $475,204 | 4 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $476,348 | 2 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $577,000 | 1 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
The Watershed Project Company 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $577,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Donors Fund Inc Ein 47-4844275 | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $577,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Meshulem Gelman
- Rifky Gelman
Questions people ask
Does The Watershed Project Company accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Watershed Project Company give?
$577,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $577,000.
Who runs The Watershed Project Company?
Its 2025 filing lists Meshulem Gelman (President) and Rifky Gelman (Director).