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Watkins Christian Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in ATLANTA, GA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1983. It holds total assets of $102.3M. Annual income is reported at $34M. Total assets have grown from $43M in 2011 to $93.2M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 9 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Georgia and Florida. According to available records, Watkins Christian Foundation Inc. has made 266 grants totaling $14.4M, with a median grant of $48K. Annual giving has grown from $3.3M in 2020 to $7.7M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $325K, with an average award of $54K. The foundation has supported 73 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, which account for 88% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 11 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$8K
Median Grant
$30K
Average Grant
$49K
Largest Grant
$325K
Based on 67 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Watkins Christian Foundation Inc. is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 266 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in GA, FL, TN.
Watkins Christian Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $14.4M across 266 grants. The median grant size is $48K, with an average of $54K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $325K.
Watkins Christian Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Watkins Christian Foundation Inc. is headquartered in ATLANTA, GA. While based in GA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 11 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rozita La Gorce | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $294K | $0 | $294K |
| Michael L Watkins | PRESIDENT | $102K | $0 | $102K |
| Jonathan Winn | SECRETARY, TREASURER | $13K | $0 | $13K |
| Jeremy Bagley | SECRETARY, TREASURER | $4K | $0 | $4K |
| W Neal Freeman | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sarah Watkins | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| William B Watkins V | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| George C Watkins | CHAIRMAN | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Eric S Wahlen | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$8.6M
Total Assets
$93.2M
Fair Market Value
$93.2M
Net Worth
$88.6M
Grants Paid
$4.2M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$3.2M
Distribution Amount
$4.3M
Total: $89.6M
Total Grants
266
Total Giving
$14.4M
Average Grant
$54K
Median Grant
$48K
Unique Recipients
73
Most Common Grant
$50K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The First United Methodist Church Of Lakeland IncFinancial Campaign | Lakeland, FL | $325K | 2022 |
| Young LifeTo support the construction of a new Dining Hall and Kitchen at Southwinds Camp that will host 450 children and youth | Smryna, GA | $200K | 2022 |
| Young Life - TampaGeneral & Unrestricted | Tampa, FL | $165K | 2022 |
| Palma Ceia Presbyterian ChurchThe Bethlehem Inclusive Congregation, and The Digital Worship and Faith Outreach | Tampa, FL | $150K | 2022 |
| Thomasville First United Methodist ChurchSanctuary Renovation fund | Thomasville, GA | $140K | 2022 |
| Vision Atlanta IncTo support building a 15,000 square foot learning center, The Barn at Camp Grace | Roberta, GA | $100K | 2022 |
| Fellowship Of Christian Athletes2022 SOUTH Division Staff Mobilization | Kansas City, MO | $100K | 2022 |
| Adventures Of The Heart Ministries IncGeneral & Unrestricted | P C Beach, FL | $100K | 2022 |
| Brookwood School IncTo support the Capital Campaign for the Dining Center that will provide meeting space for student fellowship, electronic media sources, and collaborative learning | Thomasville, GA | $100K | 2022 |
| Atlanta Youth Academies Foundation IncTwenty Years of Transformation: A $20 Million Campaign | Atlanta, GA | $100K | 2022 |
| Archbold Foundation IncArchbold Chaplaincy Program | Thomasville, GA | $100K | 2022 |
| International Leadership Institute IncBold Obedience Campaign and Video Production Studio | Carrollton, GA | $80K | 2022 |
| City Of Refuge IncCity of Refuge: Creating a Pathway of Opportunity in Atlanta's Westside | Atlanta, GA | $75K | 2022 |
| Young Mens Christian Association & Youth Center OfHOPE Program and General Operating Support | Thomasville, GA | $75K | 2022 |
| Campus Crusade For Christ IncTo implement the Ultimate Training Camps at Colorado State University and in Twin Cities Minnesota | Matthews, NC | $75K | 2022 |
| Florida Baptist Childrens HomeOne More Child Compassion Center -- To support the purchase of two new forklifts | Lakeland, FL | $75K | 2022 |
| Parker Street Ministries IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Lakeland, FL | $75K | 2022 |
| Gathering Place Incnew Associate Director of GPT Campus Ministry's salary fund and GPT programs and services. | Brunswick, GA | $75K | 2022 |
| Epworth By The Sea IncGeneral & Unrestricted | St Simons Island, GA | $75K | 2022 |
| St Johns Episcopal Parish Day School IncTransforming the Lower Division Learning Environment program | Tampa, FL | $73K | 2022 |
| Shepherds Hill Academy IncTo support the construction of a new dining hall and conference center | Martin, GA | $70K | 2022 |
| Lighthouse Family Retreat IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Atlanta, GA | $60K | 2022 |
| Vashti Center Incexpenditure responsibility grant | Thomasville, GA | $60K | 2022 |
| Radical Life Ministries IncChristian School For Children - To support the year one start-up costs | Keystone Hgts, FL | $55K | 2022 |