Day Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Day Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $241,146 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $158,000. 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$241,146
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$158,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,577 the year before.
60% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $156,646 | 8 | $880,167 |
| 2023 | $189,709 | 17 | $754,707 |
| 2024 | $70,577 | 13 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $241,146 | 15 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Day 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 Day Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $231,364 |
| Colorado | 3 | $3,402 |
| New York | 2 | $3,120 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $260 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Baptist Church | For general purposes | $158,000 |
| St Agnes Academy | For general purposes | $25,000 |
| Ut McCombs Parent Counsel | For general purposes | $20,000 |
| Lolas Lucky Day | For general purposes | $16,500 |
| Seal Legacy | For general purposes | $10,000 |
| Innocence Project | For general purposes | $1,620 |
| SSWSC | For general purposes | $1,500 |
| Bowery Mission | For general purposes | $1,500 |
| Ocean Conservancy | For general purposes | $1,500 |
| Bee & Butter | For general purposes | $1,500 |
| Routt County Humane Society | For general purposes | $1,200 |
| Caitie's Foster Farm | For general purposes | $1,000 |
| Family Legacy Missions | For general purposes | $864 |
| Perfect Golf | For general purposes | $702 |
| Tough Ruck | For general purposes | $260 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy H Day
- Robbi Elaine Day
- Alexandra Lynn Day
- Robert Jackson Day
- Madeleine Day
Questions people ask
Does Day Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Day Family Foundation give?
$241,146 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Day Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Timothy H Day (Director, President, Treasurer), Robbi Elaine Day (Director, Vice President), Alexandra Lynn Day (Director, Secretary) and Robert Jackson Day (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Day Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.