Watkins Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Watkins Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $65,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was down from $139,565 the year before.
57% 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 | $143,000 | 6 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $139,565 | 5 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 7 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Watkins Family Foundation 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 Watkins Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $65,000 |
| Texas | 6 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Davidson College | General Needs | $65,000 |
| St Francis Episcopal School | General Needs | $25,000 |
| Bo's Place Bereavement Center | General Needs | $5,000 |
| Beta Sigma Educational Foundation | General Needs | $2,500 |
| Breakthrough Houston | General Needs | $1,000 |
| The Rose Center for Breast Health Excellence | General Needs | $1,000 |
| Chance for Hope Foundation | General Needs | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Meghan W Thompson
- George R Watkins
Questions people ask
Does Watkins Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Watkins Family Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Watkins Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Meghan W Thompson (Director) and George R Watkins (Director).
What does Watkins Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.