Tammis Day Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tammis Day Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Desert, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.0 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$4.0 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.2 million the year before.
38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.2 million | 12 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $4.0 million | 16 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Tammis Day 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 Tammis Day Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2.0 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Nebraska | 1 | $623,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $165,000 |
| Montana | 4 | $95,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $42,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 2 | $7,500 |
| Nevada | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Smith College | Unrestricted | $2.0 million |
| Oldfields School | Unrestricted | $1.0 million |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of America | To carry out support art programs at various clubs nationwide | $623,000 |
| X Cares Foundation | Unrestricted | $105,000 |
| Have Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Missoula Children Theater | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Friends of Curry Public Library | To carry out an art installation within the curry public library | $30,000 |
| Anaconda Ensemble Theater | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Bitterroot Performing Arts Council | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Art of the Cowgirl Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Literary Arts | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hope and Care Outreach | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Lutheran Border Concerns Ministry | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Foundation for Montana History | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Rancho Cucamonga High School | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Youth Music Project | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nila Rodriguez
- Ronald Cook
- Connie Silveira
- Sharon Michelle Swindle
- Alyson Kroischke
Questions people ask
Does Tammis Day Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tammis Day Foundation give?
$4.0 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Tammis Day Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nila Rodriguez (Trustee), Ronald Cook (Trustee), Connie Silveira (Trustee) and Sharon Michelle Swindle (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Tammis Day Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.