Southeast Development Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Southeast Development Foundation is a private foundation in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $152,699 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $48,892 and the largest $87,548. 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$152,699
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$48,892
- Largest grant$87,548
- Assets$108,405
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $187,076 the year before.
0% 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 | $1,211 | 4 | $273,012 |
| 2024 | $187,076 | 2 | $252,286 |
| 2025 | $152,699 | 3 | $108,405 |
How to apply
Southeast Development 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 Southeast Development Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2 | $103,807 |
| Ohio | 1 | $48,892 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $87,548 | |
| Individual | $48,892 | |
| United Elevator Services | Elevator construction grundy county school | $16,259 |
Officers and trustees
- D Gary Davis
- David Jackson
- Jackie Ryder
Questions people ask
Does Southeast Development Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Southeast Development Foundation give?
$152,699 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $48,892.
Who runs Southeast Development Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists D Gary Davis (Chairman), David Jackson (Secretary) and Jackie Ryder (Bookkeeper).
What does Southeast Development Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.