The Gurdon W Wattles Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Gurdon W Wattles Fund is a private foundation in Garden City, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $9,000. 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$33,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$988,024
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $33,000 the year before.
14% 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 | $33,000 | 13 | $768,048 |
| 2024 | $33,000 | 13 | $919,858 |
| 2025 | $33,000 | 14 | $988,024 |
How to apply
The Gurdon W Wattles Fund 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 Gurdon W Wattles Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 2 | $11,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $9,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $6,400 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,800 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton Child Development Institute | Operational | $9,000 |
| Vermont Coverts Woodlands | Operational | $6,000 |
| Groton Free Public Library | Operational | $5,000 |
| Nala's New Life Rescue | Operational | $2,100 |
| Denison University | Operational | $1,800 |
| Florida Oceanographic Society | Operational | $1,400 |
| Library Foundation of Martin County | Operational | $1,400 |
| Dolphin Research | Operational | $1,000 |
| Eagle Hill Foundation | Operational | $1,000 |
| Mystic Seaport Museum | Operational | $1,000 |
| The Hospital for Special Surgery | Operational | $1,000 |
| Westerly Hospital | Operational | $1,000 |
| Feed the Children | Operational | $800 |
| Martin Memorial Foundation | Operational | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander B Wattles
- Gurden S Wattles
- Elizabeth W Wilkes
Questions people ask
Does The Gurdon W Wattles Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gurdon W Wattles Fund give?
$33,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs The Gurdon W Wattles Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexander B Wattles (Trustee), Gurden S Wattles (Trustee) and Elizabeth W Wilkes (Trustee).
What does The Gurdon W Wattles Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.