David P Watson Foundation
Invitation OnlyEl Segundo, California · EIN 46-3491365 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$567K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$80,000
Total assets$11.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $40,000 and $80,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
50% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sound Equine Options | Gresham, OR | To be used for charity's exempt purpose & charitable activities | $120,000 |
| Doernbecher Childrens Hospital Foundation | Portland, OR | To be used for charity's exempt purpose & charitable activities | $80,000 |
| Growing Great | Manhattan Beach, CA | To be used for charity's exempt purpose & charitable activities | $80,000 |
| Jimmy Miller Foundation | Manhattan Beach, CA | To be used for charity's exempt purpose & charitable activities | $80,000 |
| Richstone Family Center | Hawthorne, CA | To be used for charity's exempt purpose & charitable activities | $80,000 |
| Forward Stride | Beaverton, OR | To be used for charity's exempt purpose & charitable activities | $62,000 |
| Albertina Kerr Centers | Portland, OR | To be used for charity's exempt purpose & charitable activities | $40,000 |
| Thrive in Joy Nick Fagnano Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | To be used for charity's exempt purpose & charitable activities | $25,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $567,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $555,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $330,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 21, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601419349100230
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-3491365
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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