The Duane Davis Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Duane Davis Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Stuart, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $113,322 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $18,000 and the largest $54,000. 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$113,322
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$18,000
- Largest grant$54,000
- Assets$192,280
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $105,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $105,000 | 4 | $308,736 |
| 2025 | $113,322 | 5 | $192,280 |
How to apply
The Duane Davis Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Duane Davis Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 1 | $54,000 |
| New York | 3 | $50,682 |
| Florida | 1 | $8,640 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Special Olympics South Carolina | Promoting sports programs and sports-related activities and to support other charitable non-profit organizations as a means to help improve the overall well-being and quality of life of children and young adults. | $54,000 |
| Lesbian & Gay Community Services Center Inc | Promoting sports programs and sports-related activities and to support other charitable non-profit organizations as a means to help improve the overall well-being and quality of life of children and young adults. | $20,000 |
| Haitian Sports Foundation | Promoting sports programs and sports-related activities and to support other charitable non-profit organizations as a means to help improve the overall well-being and quality of life of children and young adults. | $18,000 |
| The Brotherhood Sister Sol | Promoting sports programs and sports-related activities and to support other charitable non-profit organizations as a means to help improve the overall well-being and quality of life of children and young adults. | $12,682 |
| Volunteers in Medicine Clinic | Promoting sports programs and sports-related activities and to support other charitable non-profit organizations as a means to help improve the overall well-being and quality of life of children and young adults. | $8,640 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Borin
- Eric Lurie
Questions people ask
Does The Duane Davis Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Duane Davis Foundation Inc give?
$113,322 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $18,000.
Who runs The Duane Davis Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen Borin (President) and Eric Lurie (Treasurer).
What does The Duane Davis Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.