The Watterson Foundation
Accepts applications
The Watterson Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $260,000 and the largest $350,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.5 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$260,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $130,250 the year before.
83% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $53,100 | 39 | $1.3 million |
| 2023 | $130,250 | 7 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | The Watterson Foundation 1844 Westview Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (434) 760-2803, wbtimberlake4@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Applications must be in writing |
| Restrictions | Must be a 501(c)(3) organization and must not be an individual |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 5 | $1.1 million |
| Ohio | 1 | $350,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hospice of the Piedmont | General purposes of donee | $350,000 |
| Weatherhead School of Management | General purposes of the donee | $350,000 |
| Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA | General purposes of the donne | $270,000 |
| The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank | General purposes of the donee | $250,000 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | General purposes of the donee | $150,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Charlottesv | General purposes of the donee | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha S Watterson
- Stuart G Watterson
- Wayt Timberlake
- Yvonne Watterson
Questions people ask
Does The Watterson Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Watterson Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $260,000.
Who runs The Watterson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Martha S Watterson (Secretary), Stuart G Watterson (President), Wayt Timberlake (Treasurer) and Yvonne Watterson (Board Member).