THE WATTERSON FOUNDATIONClosed
Closed
Charlottesville, VA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
34-6520026
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Watterson Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has paid out a total of $1.5 million in grants to 48 grantees in the filing year 2024. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of its profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HOSPICE OF THE PIEDMONT INC
Charlottesville, VA
$360K
17%
CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL
GLEN ALLEN, VA
$276K
13%
BLUE RIDGE AREA FOOD BANK INC
VERONA, VA
$258K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$1K
Median 2nd year grant
$2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION give?
THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, Ohio, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include HOSPICE OF THE PIEDMONT INC, CHRIST CHURCH EPISCOPAL, and BLUE RIDGE AREA FOOD BANK INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WATTERSON FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.