Private foundation · Bonita Springs, FL (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Davidson Family Foundation
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $15K
- Typical grant
- $15K to $15K (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $15K, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County · plus 12 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- Rarely: every Tennessee group it funded in 2024 had also been funded in 2023. Build a relationship before asking.
- Total giving that year
- $115K
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $115K | $15K | 1 |
| 2023 | $120K | $10K | 1 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Mary davidson kovach · bonita springs · 9136696549
- What to send
- Brief letter format stating general nature, goals and purpose of requested organization
- Deadlines
- Submission should be made by december 31st for request of funds for the next calendar year.
Next one: Dec 31, 2026 if the dates haven't changed since its 2024 filing
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2024. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- James DavidsonCo-trustee
- Jane DavidsonCo-trustee
- Mary Davidson KovachCo-trustee
- Emily Mccawley PerkinsCo-trustee
As listed in its 2024 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Groups it already funds are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Recipient | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | Charitable | $15K |