The Davis Family Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Davis Family Fund Inc is a private foundation in Madison, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $43,400 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,150 and the largest $2,500. 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$43,400
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,150
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$953,887
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $34,500 the year before.
33% 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 | $34,500 | 27 | $679,253 |
| 2023 | $34,500 | 25 | $875,752 |
| 2024 | $43,400 | 30 | $953,887 |
How to apply
The Davis Family Fund Inc 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 The Davis Family Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 20 | $30,000 |
| California | 4 | $5,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $3,100 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Cultural Arts | general CONTRIBUTION | $2,500 |
| Madison Foundation | general contribution | $2,500 |
| EC Scranton Memorial Library | general contribution | $2,500 |
| Feeding San Diego | General Contribution | $2,200 |
| Shoreline Arts Alliance | general CONTRIBUTION | $2,000 |
| Madison ABC Program | general contribution | $2,000 |
| MCS Inc | General Contribution | $2,000 |
| Ppfa | General Contribution | $2,000 |
| Raise the Roof | General Contribution | $2,000 |
| Aryeh Stein-Azen Fund | General Contribution | $1,800 |
| Sandy Hook Promise Foundation | General Contribution | $1,750 |
| Pflag | General Contribution | $1,600 |
| The Hollycroft Foundation | general CONTRIBUTION | $1,500 |
| Goodspeed Opera House Foundation In | General Contribution | $1,500 |
| Temple Solel | General Contribution | $1,200 |
| KPBS | General Contribution | $1,100 |
| Madison Historical Society | general contribution | $1,000 |
| Madison Hose Co No 1 | general contributions | $1,000 |
| Guilford Art Center | General Contribution | $1,000 |
| Iris | General Contribution | $1,000 |
| Jewish Community Foundation | General Contribution | $1,000 |
| The Center for Childrens Advocacy | General Contribution | $1,000 |
| Madison Emergency Medical Services | General Contribution | $1,000 |
| New Israel Fund | General Contribution | $1,000 |
| Connecticut Public | General Contribution | $1,000 |
| WSHU Public Radio | General Contribution | $1,000 |
| The Shoreline Soup Kitchens Pantrie | General Contribution | $1,000 |
| Save the Sound | General Contribution | $1,000 |
| Madison Lyric Stage | General Contribution | $750 |
| American Red Cross | General Contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Russell A Davis
- Gerald A Davis
- Stephen M Davis
Questions people ask
Does The Davis Family Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Davis Family Fund Inc give?
$43,400 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,150.
Who runs The Davis Family Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Russell A Davis (President), Gerald A Davis (Treasurer) and Stephen M Davis (Secretary).
What does The Davis Family Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.