The Dorothy B Davis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dorothy B Davis Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $45,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$45,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$114 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was down from $6.1 million the year before.
73% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6.1 million | 26 | $95.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 26 | $114 million |
How to apply
The Dorothy B Davis 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 The Dorothy B Davis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 19 | $1.0 million |
| Colorado | 2 | $125,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $100,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue Scholars Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Guardian Angels Catholic School | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity International Inc | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Phoenix Academy Day School | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Project Harmony-Haven for Abuse Response Members S | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| USA Hockey Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Casa Connection | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Assistance League of Omaha Nebraska Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Childrens Scholarship Fund of Omaha | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of America | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Visiting Nurse Assocation of the Midlands | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Autism Action Partnership | General & Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Collective for Hope | General & Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Mending Faces | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| New Visions Homeless Services | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Ollie Webb Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Omaha Childrens Museum Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Omaha Crime Stoppers Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Special Olympics Nebraska Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Kamo Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Volunteers Assisting Seniors | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Camp Foster Young Mens Christian Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Nebraska Pga Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee D Seemann Jr
- Clint D Seemann
- Thomas L Nichols
- Alexis Seemann
- Pamela Swisher
Questions people ask
Does The Dorothy B Davis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dorothy B Davis Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $45,000.
Who runs The Dorothy B Davis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee D Seemann Jr (Pres, Dir), Clint D Seemann (VP, Dir), Thomas L Nichols (Dir) and Alexis Seemann (Exec Dir) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Dorothy B Davis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and housing and homelessness.