Frederick O Watson Foundation
Historical FunderMinneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 41-1625546 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | DOUGLAS F WATSON |
|---|---|
| Address | 4725 EXCELSIOR BLVD SUITE 402, MINNEAPOLIS MN 55416 |
| Phone | 6129205034 |
| DOUGQWATSON491@ICLOUD.COM | |
| Form and materials | NO SET FORM |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd's House | Bend, OR | To aid housing for homeless in central oregon | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,000 | 1 |
| 2024 | $6,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $6,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 26, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631469349100223
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1625546
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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