Dr and Mrs Je Watkins Scholarship Trust
Preselected recipients only
Dr and Mrs Je Watkins Scholarship Trust is a private foundation in Tyler, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $689,007 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $172,252 and the largest $220,483. 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$689,007
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$172,252
- Largest grant$220,483
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $676,872 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $15.9 million |
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 4 | $14.3 million |
| 2024 | $676,872 | 4 | $14.1 million |
| 2025 | $689,007 | 4 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
Dr and Mrs Je Watkins Scholarship Trust 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 Dr and Mrs Je Watkins Scholarship Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $468,525 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $220,482 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tyler Junior College | Scholarship fund | $220,483 |
| Tulane University Educational Fund | Scholarship fund | $220,482 |
| Kilgore College | Scholarship fund | $124,021 |
| Stephen F Austin State University | Scholarship fund | $124,021 |
Officers and trustees
- Texas Bank Trust
Questions people ask
Does Dr and Mrs Je Watkins Scholarship Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dr and Mrs Je Watkins Scholarship Trust give?
$689,007 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $172,252.
Who runs Dr and Mrs Je Watkins Scholarship Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Texas Bank Trust (Trustee).
What does Dr and Mrs Je Watkins Scholarship Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.