John and Miyoko Davey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Miyoko Davey Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $538,700 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$538,700
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2023 was up from $345,680 the year before.
19% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $158,300 | 31 | $19,876 |
| 2022 | $345,680 | 26 | $1.9 million |
| 2023 | $538,700 | 27 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
John and Miyoko Davey Foundation 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 John and Miyoko Davey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $184,200 |
| Washington | 5 | $135,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $41,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $30,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $24,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $24,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $20,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oberlin College | To support education programs | $30,000 |
| Stanford Univeristy | To support education programs | $30,000 |
| University of Michigan | To support education programs | $30,000 |
| University of Washington | To support education programs | $30,000 |
| University of Washington | To support education programs | $30,000 |
| University of Washington | To support education programs | $30,000 |
| Columbia University | To support education programs | $25,000 |
| Diablo College | To support education programs | $25,000 |
| University of Southern California | To support education programs | $25,000 |
| University of Washington | To support education programs | $25,000 |
| Lindenwood University | To support education programs | $24,000 |
| University of Nebraska | To support education programs | $24,000 |
| California Politechnic State Univer | To support education programs | $20,000 |
| Earlham College | To support education programs | $20,000 |
| Grinnell College | To support education programs | $20,000 |
| Pitzer College | To support education programs | $20,000 |
| University of California | To support education programs | $20,000 |
| University of Massachusetts | To support education programs | $20,000 |
| University of Washington | To support education programs | $20,000 |
| Uc Regents | To support education programs | $12,500 |
| Uc Regents | To support education programs | $12,500 |
| Uc Regents | To support education programs | $12,500 |
| Mt Holyoke College | To support education purposes | $11,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technolo | To support education programs | $10,000 |
| Stanford University | To support education programs | $6,700 |
| Princeton University | To support education programs | $3,000 |
| Swarthmore College | To support education programs | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Miyoko Davey
- Kiyoko Simpson
Questions people ask
Does John and Miyoko Davey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Miyoko Davey Foundation give?
$538,700 in tax year 2023, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs John and Miyoko Davey Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Miyoko Davey (Director) and Kiyoko Simpson (Director).
What does John and Miyoko Davey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.