James E Davis Family Charities Inc
Preselected recipients only
James E Davis Family Charities Inc is a private foundation in Jacksonville, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.2 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$23.5 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $940,125 the year before.
39% of its 2025 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 | $789,591 | 12 | $19.3 million |
| 2024 | $940,125 | 13 | $22.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 13 | $23.5 million |
How to apply
James E Davis Family Charities 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 James E Davis Family Charities Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 12 | $1.0 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boy Scouts of America-N FL Council | Unspecified | $500,000 |
| Museum of Science and History | Unspecified | $200,000 |
| Patriots 4 | Unspecified | $200,000 |
| Riverside Presbyterian Day School | Unspecified | $200,000 |
| University of North Florida Foundation | Unspecified | $56,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Unspecified | $20,000 |
| Maya Dronca Foundation | Unspecified | $20,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art | Unspecified | $15,000 |
| Brooks Health Foundation | Unspecified | $5,750 |
| The Boselli Foundation | Unspecified | $1,250 |
| Jacksonville University Mens Lacrosse | Unspecified | $1,000 |
| Seamark Ranch | Unspecified | $900 |
| Art With A Heart | Unspecifiedunspecified | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- A Dano Davis
- Robert H Pritchard
- H D Francis
- Dorothy D Smith
- Jed V Davis
- Scott A Oko
Questions people ask
Does James E Davis Family Charities Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James E Davis Family Charities Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs James E Davis Family Charities Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists A Dano Davis (Pres, Dir), Robert H Pritchard (Vice Pres), H D Francis (VP & Ast Sec) and Dorothy D Smith (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does James E Davis Family Charities Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.