Davis Publications Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
Davis Publications Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Worcester, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,600 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $3,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$15,600
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$284,615
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $16,850 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $19,950 | 24 | $262,267 |
| 2024 | $16,850 | 24 | $265,693 |
| 2025 | $15,600 | 22 | $284,615 |
How to apply
| Contact | Julian D Wade 50 Portland Street, Worcester, MA 01608 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (508) 754-7201, jwade@davisart.com |
| What to submit | Description of program & itemized detail of expenses |
What Davis Publications Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 20 | $14,850 |
| Vermont | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way | General purpose | $3,000 |
| African Community Education | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Artsworcester | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Centro | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Joy of Music Program | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Worcester Animal Rescue League | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Worcester Historical Museum | General purpose | $1,000 |
| American Antiquarian Society | General purpose | $500 |
| Crocodile River Music | General purpose | $500 |
| Edward Street Child Services | General purpose | $500 |
| Fitchburg Art Museum | General purpose | $500 |
| Main Idea Worcester | General purpose | $500 |
| No Loose Braids | General purpose | $500 |
| Wcuw | General purpose | $500 |
| Wicn | General purpose | $500 |
| Worcester Art Museum | General purpose | $500 |
| Worcester Center for Crafts | General purpose | $500 |
| Worcester Regional Research Bureau | General purpose | $500 |
| Worcester Youth Center | General purpose | $500 |
| Common Ground Worcester | General purpose | $250 |
| Naea Foundation | General purpose | $250 |
| Regional Environmental Council | General purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Curtis Reid
- P Jeffrey Davis
- Erika D Wade
- Julian Wade
Questions people ask
Does Davis Publications Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Davis Publications Charitable Trust give?
$15,600 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Davis Publications Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Curtis Reid (Chairman of Board/Trustee), P Jeffrey Davis (Clerk & Secretary/Trustee), Erika D Wade (Treasurer/Asst. Clerk & SE) and Julian Wade (President/Trustee).
What does Davis Publications Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and environment and conservation.