Sheila Lee Davies Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Sheila Lee Davies Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $325,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$325,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $260,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $130,000 | 3 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $260,000 | 5 | $7.8 million |
| 2025 | $325,000 | 6 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
Sheila Lee Davies Charitable Trust 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 Sheila Lee Davies Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2 | $225,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Symphony Orchestra | Education Support | $125,000 |
| Emory University | Education Support | $100,000 |
| San Francisco Symphony | Education Support | $50,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Medical Research Education Support | $30,000 |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Foundation | Medical Care Education Support | $10,000 |
| Jacksonville University | Education Support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheila Lee Davies
- Jonathan Davies
Questions people ask
Does Sheila Lee Davies Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sheila Lee Davies Charitable Trust give?
$325,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Sheila Lee Davies Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Sheila Lee Davies (Trustee) and Jonathan Davies (Trustee).
What does Sheila Lee Davies Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.