Walter E & Caroline H Watson Foundation
Historical FunderPittsburgh, Pennsylvania · EIN 34-6547726 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,500 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | CHARITABLE TRUST GRANT REVIEW COMMI |
|---|---|
| Address | TOWER AT PNC PLAZA 300 FIFTH AVE M, Pittsburgh PA 15222 |
| Phone | 4128079211 |
| Form and materials | SEE FOOTNOTE |
| Deadlines | SEE FOOTNOTE |
| Restrictions | SEE FOOTNOTE |
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 Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Way Worldwide | Alexandria, VA | General support | $40,000 |
| Mercy Health Fdn | Youngstown, OH | General support | $37,149 |
| Akron Children's Hospital | Akron, OH | General support | $37,149 |
| Coleman Professional Svcs | Youngstown, OH | General support | $25,000 |
| Autism Society of Mahoning Valley | Canfield, OH | General support | $19,060 |
| Akiva Academy | Youngstown, OH | Well-Rounded education | $15,000 |
| Youngstown Neighborhood Developm | Youngstown, OH | General support | $15,000 |
| Compass Family & Community Services | Youngstown, OH | Sojourner house | $15,000 |
| Henry H Stambaugh Auditorium Association | Youngstown, OH | General support | $15,000 |
| Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley | Warren, OH | General support | $12,500 |
| United Returning Citizens Inc | Youngstown, OH | General support | $12,500 |
| Inspiring Minds Youngstown | Warren, OH | General support | $12,500 |
| Salvation Army | Youngstown, OH | Emergency social services | $11,000 |
| Students Motivated by the Arts | Youngstown, OH | General support | $10,381 |
| Sight for All United Inc | Youngstown, OH | General support | $10,000 |
| Mahoning Valley Sojourn to the Past | Youngstown, OH | General suppport | $10,000 |
| Butler Institute of American Art | Youngstown, OH | Boiler replacement project | $10,000 |
| Potential Development Program | Youngstown, OH | Structured teaching | $10,000 |
| Humility of Mary Housing | Cuyahoga Falls, OH | General support | $10,000 |
| Kool Boiz Foundation | Middletown, DE | Mentoring program | $10,000 |
| Young Womens Christian Association | San Antonio, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Ursuline Sisters Mission | Canfield, OH | General support | $10,000 |
| Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH | General support | $9,950 |
| Opera Western Reserve | Youngstown, OH | General support | $7,500 |
| The Youngstown Playhouse Inc | Youngstown, OH | General support | $7,500 |
| Girl Scouts of North East | Youngstown, OH | Journeys in youngstown | $5,000 |
| Prevent Blindness Ohio | Columbus, OH | General support | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Mahoning V | Girard, OH | General support | $5,000 |
| The Ohio Foundation of Independent Colle | Columbus, OH | General support | $3,300 |
| Community Corporation United Way Campaign | Youngstown, OH | Success by & after 6 & | $2,000 |
| 1St Presbyterian Church | Youngstown, OH | General support | $2,000 |
| Ysu Foundation | Youngstown, OH | General support | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $406,489 | 32 |
| 2024 | $353,860 | 28 |
| 2023 | $308,614 | 31 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641289349101139
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-6547726
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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