Morgenstern-Davis Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Morgenstern-Davis Family Foundation is a private foundation in Teton Village, Wyoming. In tax year 2025 it gave $207,830 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$207,830
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$763,602
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $64,480 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $41,381 | 14 | $683,304 |
| 2024 | $64,480 | 20 | $803,938 |
| 2025 | $207,830 | 19 | $763,602 |
How to apply
Morgenstern-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 Morgenstern-Davis Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 4 | $189,400 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $6,850 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 7 | $4,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,080 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Hole Jewish Community | General purpose | $125,000 |
| Jackson Hole Jewish Community | General support | $50,000 |
| Community Foundation of JH | General support | $7,400 |
| Grand Teton Music Festival | General purpose | $7,000 |
| Sonoma Family Meal | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Hill Havurah | General purpose | $3,600 |
| Weta PBS | General purpose | $1,080 |
| Adas Isreal | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Alyn Hospital | General purpose | $1,000 |
| House of Ruth | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Mercy Ships | General purpose | $1,000 |
| New York University | General purpose | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Jewish Agency | General purpose | $500 |
| Jewish Agency | General purpose | $500 |
| Jewish Agency | General purpose | $500 |
| Jewish Agency Fund | General purpose | $500 |
| Jewish Agency Fund | General purpose | $500 |
| National Park Foundation | General purpose | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard D Morgenstern
- Devra Lee Davis
Questions people ask
Does Morgenstern-Davis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Morgenstern-Davis Family Foundation give?
$207,830 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Morgenstern-Davis Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard D Morgenstern (Trustee) and Devra Lee Davis (Trustee).
What does Morgenstern-Davis Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and environment and conservation.