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Dorothy B Davis Foundation is a private 0 based in FAIRFIELD, CT. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2015. The principal officer is Foundation Source. It holds total assets of $31.2M. Annual income is reported at $27.6M. Total assets have grown from $12.9M in 2015 to $31.2M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Nebraska. According to available records, Dorothy B Davis Foundation has made 62 grants totaling $8.6M, with a median grant of $50K. Annual giving has grown from $2.4M in 2022 to $6.1M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $2.5M, with an average award of $138K. The foundation has supported 30 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Nebraska and Iowa and Colorado. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$50K
Average Grant
$74K
Largest Grant
$700K
Based on 52 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Dorothy B Davis Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 62 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NE, IA, CO.
Dorothy B Davis Foundation has distributed a total of $8.6M across 62 grants. The median grant size is $50K, with an average of $138K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $2.5M.
Dorothy B Davis Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Dorothy B Davis Foundation is headquartered in FAIRFIELD, CT. While based in CT, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pamela Swisher | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $180K | $36K | $220K |
| Lee D Seemann Jr | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Tom Nichols | TRUSTEE/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Clint Seemann | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$31.2M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$27.8M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
62
Total Giving
$8.6M
Average Grant
$138K
Median Grant
$50K
Unique Recipients
30
Most Common Grant
$100K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children'S HospitalCAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS - NICU | Omaha, NE | $600K | 2023 |
| Big Brothers Big SistersGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $50K | 2023 |
| Angels Among UsGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $40K | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity OmahaLOW INCOME HOUSING | Omaha, NE | $2.5M | 2023 |
| Spirit Lake Kiwanis FoundationCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Spirit Lake, IA | $1.7M | 2023 |
| Avenue ScholarsSCHOLARSHIPS | Omaha, NE | $200K | 2023 |
| Project HarmonyGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $100K | 2023 |
| Hospice HouseGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $100K | 2023 |
| Discovery HouseCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Spirit Lake, IA | $100K | 2023 |
| Usa Hockey FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Colorado Springs, CO | $100K | 2023 |
| Phoenix AcademySCHOLARSHIPS | Omaha, NE | $100K | 2023 |
| Casa For Douglas CountyVOLUNTEER PROGRAM | Omaha, NE | $75K | 2023 |
| Children'S Scholarship Fund Of OmahaSCHOLARSHIPS | Omaha, NE | $50K | 2023 |
| Assistance League Of OmahaOPERATION SCHOOLBELL | Omaha, NE | $50K | 2023 |
| Make-A-WishGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $50K | 2023 |
| Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding AcademyGENERAL OPERATING | Gretna, NE | $40K | 2023 |
| Autism Action CoalitionGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $35K | 2023 |
| Collective For HopeGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $35K | 2023 |
| Omaha Crime StoppersREWARD FUND FOR TIPS ON LOCAL CRIME | Omaha, NE | $30K | 2023 |
| Camp Foster Young Mens Christian Association IncCAPITAL AND GENERAL OPERATING | Spirit Lake, IA | $28K | 2023 |
| Ollie Webb CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $25K | 2023 |
| Mending FacesGENERAL OPERATING | Broomfield, CO | $25K | 2023 |
| Special OlympicsGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $25K | 2023 |
| Volunteer'S Assisting SeniorsGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $20K | 2023 |
| Pga Reach NeGENERAL OPERATING | Lincoln, NE | $10K | 2023 |
| Omaha Police FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $10K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of Archdiocese Of Omaha IncCAPITAL PURCHASE (VAN) | Omaha, NE | $110K | 2022 |
| 75 NorthGENERAL OPERATING | Omaha, NE | $75K | 2022 |