Jones S Davis Foundation
Accepts applications
Jones S Davis Foundation is a private foundation in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $189,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $4,424 and the largest $29,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$189,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$4,424
- Largest grant$29,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $165,750 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 | $150,500 | 30 | $2.9 million |
| 2023 | $165,750 | 25 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $189,000 | 26 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jpmorgan Chase Bank NA 2200 Ross Ave FL 5, Dallas, TX 75201 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (214) 965-2901 |
| What to submit | Applications for scholarships should be by letter and should indicate applicant's name, address, age, high school and/or college grades, act scores, major fields of study, plus the college he/she plans to attend. Applications for charitable organizations, indicate how organization intends to spend proceeds. |
| Restrictions | Charitable organizations - 501(c)(3) organization scholarship - attendance at accredited college or university. |
What Jones S Davis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 13 | $127,051 |
| Oklahoma | 3 | $21,750 |
| California | 2 | $11,000 |
| Mississippi | 2 | $8,850 |
| Texas | 2 | $7,949 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,900 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | La start savings contribution | $29,000 |
| Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School | General | $19,000 |
| Individual | Edward jones education fund | $17,250 |
| Hope Ministries | General | $13,250 |
| La United Methodist Children and Family Services | General | $13,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | General | $10,000 |
| Baton Rouge Community College | General | $9,500 |
| Long Beach City College | General | $9,000 |
| CALIBR8 | General | $8,000 |
| Franciscan Ministries of Our Lady University | General | $8,000 |
| University of Southern Mississippi | General | $6,500 |
| LSU | General | $6,000 |
| Iteach | General | $4,949 |
| First Descents | General | $3,900 |
| Southern University | General | $3,500 |
| Southeasten Missouri State University | General | $3,500 |
| University of Louisiana Lafayette | General | $3,500 |
| University of West Florida | General | $3,500 |
| Midland College | General | $3,000 |
| University of Oklahoma | General | $3,000 |
| University of Mississippi | General | $2,350 |
| Agape School of Baton Rouge | General | $2,301 |
| California State University of Los Angeles | General | $2,000 |
| Saints Youth Baseball | General | $2,000 |
| East Carolina University | General | $1,500 |
| Oklahoma Christian University | General | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ryan Eric Evans
- Bradley Mayeux
- Omer Davis
- David Miller
Questions people ask
Does Jones S Davis Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Jones S Davis Foundation give?
$189,000 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $4,424.
Who runs Jones S Davis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ryan Eric Evans (Secretary/Treasurer), Bradley Mayeux (President), Omer Davis (Co-Trustee) and David Miller (Co-Trustee).
What does Jones S Davis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.