The Carl A Davis and Lois E Davis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Carl A Davis and Lois E Davis Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.8 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $7.2 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$7.8 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$7.2 million
- Assets$47.6 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
31% of its 2024 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 | $1.9 million | 27 | $51.9 million |
| 2024 | $7.8 million | 29 | $47.6 million |
How to apply
The Carl A Davis and Lois E Davis 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 The Carl A Davis and Lois E Davis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $7.6 million |
| Alabama | 1 | $150,000 |
| California | 2 | $76,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,900 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of St Thomas | Operating support | $7.2 million |
| Houston Coalition for Life | Operating support | $175,000 |
| Eternal Word Television Network | Operating support | $150,000 |
| Let the Children Live | Operating support | $75,000 |
| Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Church | Operating support | $59,300 |
| Guadalupe Radio Network | Operating support | $50,000 |
| St John Paul II Foundation | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Star of Hope | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Thomas More Society | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Life | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Operating support | $10,000 |
| The Personal Ordinariate of the Chair of St Peter | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Literary Arts | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Heroic Media | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Missionaries for the Poor | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Prison Fellowship | Operating support | $2,900 |
| Houston Museum of Natural Science | Operating support | $2,500 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | Operating support | $2,500 |
| Catholic Answers | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Catholic League | Operating support | $1,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Operating support | $1,000 |
| DPSTF | Operating support | $650 |
| General Secretariat of the Franciscan Missions | Operating support | $500 |
| The 100 Club | Operating support | $400 |
| Houston Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | Operating support | $250 |
| Sound of Freedom Foundation | Operating support | $100 |
| Boys Town | Operating support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Lois E Davis
- Charlotte Davis Laker
Questions people ask
Does The Carl A Davis and Lois E Davis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Carl A Davis and Lois E Davis Foundation give?
$7.8 million in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Carl A Davis and Lois E Davis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lois E Davis (Director) and Charlotte Davis Laker (Director).
What does The Carl A Davis and Lois E Davis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and arts and culture.