The Waters Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Waters Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ardmore, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,525 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$33,525
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$304
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was down from $68,700 the year before.
73% 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 | $63,400 | 13 | $200 |
| 2024 | $68,700 | 12 | $3,550 |
| 2025 | $33,525 | 13 | $304 |
How to apply
The Waters Family Foundation Inc 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 Waters Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 9 | $31,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $525 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gideon Rescue Mission | Charity | $10,000 |
| Southern Oklahoma Wrestling Academy | Charity | $5,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Charity | $3,500 |
| Catholic Charities | Charity | $2,500 |
| Cross Catholic Outreach | Charity | $2,500 |
| Individual | Charity | $2,500 |
| Individual | Charity | $2,500 |
| St Mary's Church | Charity | $2,000 |
| Herritage Campus | Charity | $1,000 |
| Go Fund Me Help | Charity | $525 |
| Alzheimers Foundation | Charity | $500 |
| Parkinson Voice Project | Charity | $500 |
| Ut Southwest Medical Center | Charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Teresa Waters
- Aldo Waters
- Kimberlee Green
Questions people ask
Does The Waters Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Waters Family Foundation Inc give?
$33,525 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Waters Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Teresa Waters (Director), Aldo Waters (Director) and Kimberlee Green (Director).
What does The Waters Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.