Anchor Watch
Preselected recipients only
Anchor Watch is a private foundation in Deer Park, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $127,950 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$127,950
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$54,118
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $85,836 the year before.
31% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $109,273 | 9 | $48,578 |
| 2023 | $85,836 | 13 | $72,326 |
| 2024 | $127,950 | 13 | $54,118 |
How to apply
Anchor Watch 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 Anchor Watch funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $87,950 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $7,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Jacinto College Foundation | scholarships | $30,000 |
| Texas A&m University Galveston | Scholarships | $24,000 |
| Yes Prep Public Schools | Scholarships | $12,000 |
| Port Houston Partners in Maritime Education (Phpme | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Women Offshore Foundation | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Maine Maritime Academy | Scholarhsips | $7,500 |
| Texas Southern University Maritime Program | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| East End Chamber Education Foundation | scholarships | $5,000 |
| Suny Maritime Foundation Inc | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| United States Merchant Marine Academy | scholarships | $5,000 |
| Namepa | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Dr Kirk Lewis Career & Techincal Hs | Scholarships | $1,950 |
Officers and trustees
- Clint Winegar
- Sherri Hickman
- Steve Nelson
- Tom Goodwin
- Adam Guice
- Matt Glass
- Justin Eusepi
- Nicholas Moraski
- Rohit Malhotra
- Cody Lynch
- Curtis Laskowski
- Adam Shuptar
- Kristi Taylor
- Justin Phillips
- Jeremiah Walcik
Questions people ask
Does Anchor Watch accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Anchor Watch give?
$127,950 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Anchor Watch?
Its 2024 filing lists Clint Winegar (Director), Sherri Hickman (Director), Steve Nelson (Director) and Tom Goodwin (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Anchor Watch fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.