Davis Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Davis Family Foundation is a private foundation in Denison, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $8,000. 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$26,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$230,026
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $39,500 the year before.
11% 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 | $23,950 | 8 | $175,510 |
| 2024 | $39,500 | 9 | $236,196 |
| 2025 | $26,500 | 10 | $230,026 |
How to apply
Davis Family 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 Davis Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $14,500 |
| Oklahoma | 4 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kemp Church of Christ | Religious | $8,000 |
| Texas AM Commerce Foundation | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Hooks | Religious | $2,500 |
| Stoney Point Cemetery Assn | Historic Preservation | $2,000 |
| Pilot Grove Cemetery Assn | Historic Preservation | $2,000 |
| Kemp Cemetery Assn | Historical Preservation | $2,000 |
| Friendship Methodist Church | Religious | $2,000 |
| BRISD Educational Foundation | Scholarships | $1,000 |
| In Search of the Lord's WayReligous | Religous | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John R Davis
- Jacob Pelley
- Ora Jean Davis
- Amber L Campbell
Questions people ask
Does Davis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Davis Family Foundation give?
$26,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Davis Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John R Davis (President & CEO), Jacob Pelley (Director), Ora Jean Davis (Director) and Amber L Campbell (Director).
What does Davis Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.