Joe Davis Foundation - Defined
Preselected recipients only
Joe Davis Foundation - Defined is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $6,400 and the largest $20,000. 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$120,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$6,400
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $95,750 the year before.
33% 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 | $120,700 | 16 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $95,750 | 12 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $120,000 | 15 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Joe Davis Foundation - Defined 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 Joe Davis Foundation - Defined funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $74,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beltway Park Church | Support for prison ministry | $20,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Hendrick Home for Children | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Disability Resources Inc | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Turning Point USA NFP | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star | Unrestricted general | $6,400 |
| Ben Richey Boys Ranch & Family Program | Unrestricted general | $6,400 |
| Alliance for Women & Children | Unrestricted general | $6,400 |
| Abilene Zoological Gardens | Unrestricted general | $6,400 |
| Noah Project Inc | Unrestricted general | $6,400 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted general | $6,000 |
| American Diabetes Assoc | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Mosaic Chruch of Abilene | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Taylor County Veterans Service Office | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joe E Davis
- Billie J Davis
- Joe Bob Davis
- Bo S Davis
- David C Davis
Questions people ask
Does Joe Davis Foundation - Defined accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe Davis Foundation - Defined give?
$120,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $6,400.
Who runs Joe Davis Foundation - Defined?
Its 2025 filing lists Joe E Davis (Director), Billie J Davis (Director), Joe Bob Davis (Director) and Bo S Davis (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Joe Davis Foundation - Defined fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and environment and conservation.