Watson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyAurora, Colorado · EIN 84-1601728 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$12K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$193K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $2,500.
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
42% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suddenly Pink Foundation | Aurora, CO | Char. gift--breast cancer | $4,521 |
| Tee It Up for the Troops | Burnsville, MN | Char. gift--veteran assistance | $2,500 |
| The Challenge Foundation | Englewood, CO | Char.gift-Underpriv childrens educ | $2,500 |
| Catholic Foundation of Michigan | Bloomfield Hills, MI | Assist children's education | $1,000 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | Denver, CO | Assist homeless | $518 |
| Wesley Players Theater Company | Highlands Ranch, CO | Theatrical community | $500 |
| American Heart Association | Dallas, TX | Heart research | $150 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,689 | 7 |
| 2024 | $13,243 | 9 |
| 2023 | $9,180 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611339349100246
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-1601728
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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