Blue Waters Foundation
Invitation OnlyAnnapolis, Maryland · EIN 04-3707013 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$280K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$5.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $30,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
44% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Alaska Food Bank | Juneau, AK | General support | $85,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Tower Foundation | Staten Island, NY | General support | $45,000 |
| Hospice of the Chesapeake Foundation | Pasadena, MD | General support | $30,000 |
| Infinite Hero Foundation | Lake Forest, CA | General support | $30,000 |
| Anne Arundel County Food Bank | Crownsville, MD | General support | $25,000 |
| The Helping Up Mission Inc | Baltimore, MD | General support | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Light House | Annapolis, MD | General support | $20,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Nashville, TN | General support | $15,000 |
| Anne Arundel County Casa Inc | Annapolis, MD | General support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $280,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $230,000 | 9 |
| 2022 | $225,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533149349101408
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-3707013
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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