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William Davidson Foundation is a private corporation based in BLOOMFLD HLS, MI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2006. The principal officer is % William Davidson Foundation. It holds total assets of $1.1B. Annual income is reported at $406.4M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, William Davidson Foundation has made 283 grants totaling $179.5M, with a median grant of $315K. Annual giving has decreased from $119.5M in 2022 to $60M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $5.9M, with an average award of $634K. The foundation has supported 109 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Michigan, New York, District of Columbia, which account for 80% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
William Davidson Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 283 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MI, NY, DC.
William Davidson Foundation has distributed a total of $179.5M across 283 grants. The median grant size is $315K, with an average of $634K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $5.9M.
William Davidson Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
William Davidson Foundation is headquartered in BLOOMFLD HLS, MI. While based in MI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darin Mckeever | PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | $568K | $80K | $649K |
| Danielle Stewart Hanson | VP AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | $377K | $52K | $429K |
| Ethan Davidson | CLASS D DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Karen Davidson | CLASS A DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Ralph Gerson | CLASS A DIRECTOR AND TREASURER | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$71.8M
Total Assets
$1.1B
Fair Market Value
$1.5B
Net Worth
$1.1B
Grants Paid
$60M
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$19.5M
Distribution Amount
$69.5M
Total: $80.2M
Total Grants
283
Total Giving
$179.5M
Average Grant
$634K
Median Grant
$315K
Unique Recipients
109
Most Common Grant
$250K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wexner FoundationTo support the new Wexner Davidson scholars' program, provide continued support for Davidson Scholars classes 32 and 33, and support alumni programming. | New Albany, OH | $900K | 2023 |
| RebootTo support their efforts as a partner for Venture Philanthropy work and for Reboot's Detroit-based work. | Longmeadow, MA | $200K | 2023 |
| Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan DetroitTo support the Israel Emergency Campaign and to establish a Donor Advised Fund to support the emergency in Israel. | Bloomfield Hills, MI | $5.9M | 2023 |
| Community Foundation For Southeast MichiganFor the Unified Greenway Endowment Fund of the Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan. | Detroit, MI |
| Eli Saulson | CLASS A DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jonathan Aaron | CLASS A DIRECTOR AND CHAIRMAN | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Mary Aaron | CLASS A DIRECTOR AND SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| $5M |
| 2023 |
| The Company For The Reconstruction And Development Of The Jewish QuarterTo support the Western Wall Plaza Elevator project. | Jerusalem | $4.2M | 2023 |
| Holocaust Memorial Center Dba Holocaust Memorial Ctr Zekelman Family CampusTo support the renovation of the permanent exhibit. | Farmington Hills, MI | $3M | 2023 |
| Afsnc IncGeneral operating support and to support the innovation diplomacy work of Start-Up Nation Central Ltd. (CC) | New York, NY | $2.5M | 2023 |
| American Friends Of Beit Hatfutsot - The Museum Of The Jewish PeopleTo support the creation of the ANU digital database for Jewish identity exploration and engagement. | New York, NY | $2.5M | 2023 |
| Detroit OperaTo support the 2023-24 and 2024-25 opera seasons. | Detroit, MI | $2M | 2023 |
| Birthright Israel FoundationTo support and expand the Onward Israel program with support for Detroit and Michigan-based participants and for one-time supplemental support to maintain and increase the number of Onward Israel participants in 2023. | New York, NY | $1.9M | 2023 |
| Sefaria IncTo support Sefaria's Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks zt"l Legacy Project. | New York, NY | $1.5M | 2023 |
| Eastern Market CorporationTo support the redevelopment of the Shed 4 area, and to support stormwater improvements and the Annual Fund. | Detroit, MI | $1.5M | 2023 |
| Shabbat Project Inc Dba OnetableTo support the implementation for the strategic plan. | New York, NY | $1.4M | 2023 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra IncTo support the William Davidson Neighborhood Concert Series and for operating support, which includes capacity-building and strategic planning. | Detroit, MI | $1.3M | 2023 |
| Foundation For Detroit'S FutureFor Support of the Grand Bargain for the Detroit Institute of Arts. | Detroit, MI | $1.3M | 2023 |
| Jewish Theological Seminary Of AmericaGeneral operating support for the William Davidson Graduate School of Jewish Education. | New York, NY | $1M | 2023 |
| American Israel Education Foundation IncGeneral Operating Support | Washington, DC | $1M | 2023 |
| Hadassah The Women'S Zionist Organization Of America IncTo support the transformation of the -3 floor of the Sarah Wetsman Davidson Hospital Tower into an emergency hospital of 100 beds. | New York, NY | $1M | 2023 |
| The Schechter Institutes IncTo support the TALI Education Fund and the Schechter Institute Graduate School of Jewish Studies. | Philadelphia, PA | $1M | 2023 |
| Washington Institute For Near East PolicyTo support the William Davidson Distinguished Fellow and the Young Scholars Program. | Washington, DC | $950K | 2023 |
| The Shalom Hartman Institute Of North AmericaTo support work in metro Detroit and Hartman Digital. | New York, NY | $900K | 2023 |
| Hillel The Foundation For Jewish Campus LifeTo support the Israel and Antisemitism Program, The Center for Jewish and Israel Education, and the Israel Leadership Network. | Washington, DC | $750K | 2023 |
| The Idi Foundation IncFor General Operating Support and support for the William Davidson Senior Fellow for Economic Policy, and the Center for Governance and the Economy. | Atlanta, GA | $749K | 2023 |
| United Jewish FoundationTo support the WDF Director Discretionary Philanthropic Fund. | Bloomfield Hills, MI | $600K | 2023 |
| Hazon IncTo support Detroit based efforts. | New York, NY | $525K | 2023 |
| The Jewish Federations Of North America IncTo support the LiveSecure Program. | New York, NY | $500K | 2023 |
| Mechon HadarTo support the Pedagogy of Partnership's Midwest Fellowship and the Children and Family Division. | New York, NY | $500K | 2023 |
| Gesher Foundation IncTo support the AMI Initiative. | New York, NY | $500K | 2023 |
| Maoz-Seal IncGeneral operating support. | Lod | $500K | 2023 |
| Friends Of ElnetGeneral operating support and VIP delegations to Israel. | New York, NY | $450K | 2023 |
| Venture For America IncTo support Detroit program operations, administrative costs, and summer experiental learning in Detroit. | New York, NY | $425K | 2023 |
| Shalem CollegeTo support the creation of two new majors focused on diplomacy, strategy, and economics. | Jerusalem | $400K | 2023 |
| Upstart Bay AreaTo support UpStart's programs, alumni services, and to serve as a partner for the Foundation's venture philanthropy work. | Oakland, CA | $350K | 2023 |
| Jewish Community Center Of Metropolitan DetroitTo support the 2024 JCC Maccabi Games in Detroit as a presenting sponsor. | West Bloomfield, MI | $350K | 2023 |
| Endeavor DetroitGeneral operating support and for a matching grant to support fundraising efforts. | Detroit, MI | $317K | 2023 |
| Foundation For The Defense Of Democracies IncTo support the Senior International Fellow. | Washington, DC | $315K | 2023 |
| Congregation Shaarey ZedekFor general operating support and support for the development of a campus and facilities master plan. | Southfield, MI | $308K | 2023 |
| Global DetroitTo support programming, research, storytelling, and education to sustain the Global Entrepreneur in Residence program and the Global Talent Retention Initiative. | Detroit, MI | $300K | 2023 |
| Farber Hebrew Day School - Yeshivat AkivaGeneral Operating Support and development capacity building. | Southfield, MI | $300K | 2023 |
| Israeli Beit Midrash Ein PratGeneral operating support. | Alon | $300K | 2023 |
| Congregation B'Nai B'Rith HillelTo support education and leadership development efforts of Hillels of Michigan - U of M Hillel, MSU Hillel, and Hillel of Metro Detroit. | East Lansing, MI | $300K | 2023 |
| Chabad On Campus InternationalTo support Engagement Initiative and Chazak Professional Development Initiative. | Brooklyn, NY | $250K | 2023 |
| Detroit Regional Partnership FoundationGeneral Operating Support. | Detroit, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| Chandler Park ConservancyTo support the Detroit Parks Coalition's 2023 Pistons Neighbors Program and capacity building for park programming. | Detroit, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| Isaac Agree Downtown SynagogueGeneral Operating Support. | Detroit, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| Fjc - A Foundation Of Donor Advised FundsTO SUPPORT NATAN'S DIRECT GRANTS OF ITS JEWISH CONNECTIONS COMMITTEE AND TO SUPPORT NATAN'S OPERATIONS, WRAPAROUND SUPPORTS FOR THEIR GRANTEES, AND TO SERVE AS A PARTNER FOR THE FOUNDATION'S VENTURE PHILANTROPY WORK. | New York, NY | $250K | 2023 |
| The Detroit Institute Of ArtsTo support the Gargaro Directors Endowment. | Detroit, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| Michigan Founders FundGeneral operating support and sponsorship of Michigan Tech Week. | Ann Arbor, MI | $225K | 2023 |
| Repair The World IncTo support its Detroit-based work with Repair Fellows, service opportunity connections, Powered by Repair partnerships, and teen and family engagement. | New York, NY | $200K | 2023 |
| Jean And Samuel Frankel Jewish Academy Of Metropolitan DetroitTo support Experiential Education programming, Professional and Board Development, and Marketing and communication efforts. | West Bloomfield, MI | $200K | 2023 |
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