Benjamin and Frances David Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Benjamin and Frances David Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $237,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$237,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $155,000 the year before.
23% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $152,000 | 21 | $2.4 million |
| 2023 | $155,000 | 22 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $237,000 | 22 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Benjamin and Frances David Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Benjamin and Frances David Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 10 | $114,000 |
| New York | 3 | $51,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $15,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $14,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $4,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint George Melkite | General fund | $50,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General fund | $30,000 |
| Catholic Near East Welfare Association | General fund | $15,000 |
| Ewtn | General fund | $14,000 |
| Faith Comes by Hearing | General fund | $14,000 |
| Benedictine Sisters of Cullman | General fund | $10,000 |
| Edmundite Missions | General fund | $10,000 |
| Guadalupan Multicultural Services | General fund | $10,000 |
| Mercy Ship | General fund | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General fund | $10,000 |
| Tim Tebow Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | General fund | $10,000 |
| Salesian Missions | General fund | $6,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General fund | $5,000 |
| Unless U Organization | General fund | $5,000 |
| Blanket Fort Hope | General fund | $5,000 |
| Rusty's Rescue Ranch | General fund | $5,000 |
| Guadalupe Radio Network | General fund | $5,000 |
| Children's of Alabama | General fund | $4,000 |
| Eparchy of Newton | General fund | $4,000 |
| Order of Saint Nicholas | Genreal fund | $4,000 |
| Will's Place | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary A David
- Teresa David Troncale
- Carol Christiansen
Questions people ask
Does Benjamin and Frances David Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benjamin and Frances David Foundation give?
$237,000 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Benjamin and Frances David Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary A David (Treasurer/Director), Teresa David Troncale (President/Director) and Carol Christiansen (Secretary/Director).
What does Benjamin and Frances David Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.