David & Molly Pyott Foundation
The David & Molly Pyott Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) foundation established in 2015, based in Avon, Colorado. The foundation generates charitable income through the sale of stocks and bonds to fund its grantmaking activities.
Key facts about David & Molly Pyott Foundation
- EIN
- 47-3033646
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,466,236
- Grants made (2024)
- 29
- Average grant
- $119,525
- Median grant
- $2,425
- New grantees (estimate)
- 70% first-time grantees (14 of 20, 2024)
- Primary geography
- New York (89% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who David & Molly Pyott Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for David & Molly Pyott Foundation's 29 itemized 2024 grants were New York (89%) and California (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (5 grants), San Francisco, CA (5 grants), Washington, WA (5 grants) and Denver, CO (3 grants). None of its 29 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Health Services" (7 grants), "Education" (5 grants) and "Child Development" (3 grants).
Is David & Molly Pyott Foundation open to new grantees?
70%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 14 of 20 grantees (70%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $131K; repeat grants $272K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 30% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+13%). Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$3.5M
-14.2% YoY
Grant Count
29
+16.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$120K
-26.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary focus areas include:
- Eye care and prevention of blindness — particularly in developing countries
- Ophthalmology education and training
- Education — including support for science and STEM education
- Child development
- Health services
The foundation demonstrates a particular commitment to combating preventable blindness and advancing eye care education in sub-Saharan Africa, with significant emphasis on Zambia.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$142 to $1,595,000
Average Grant
amount varies by year
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds organizations and initiatives primarily in:
- California
- New York
- Washington
- Zambia (significant focus for eye care initiatives)
- Sub-Saharan Africa (broader regional focus)
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 29 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $6,023,111
- Total Revenues: $2,433,517
- Total Expenses: $4,149,779
- Total Liabilities: $0
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $5,156,180
- Total Giving: $3,466,236
Revenue Composition (2023):
- Total grants and contributions: $1,257,538
- Investment income: (included in total revenues)
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| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
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Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
149 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include The King's Trust USA ($1,595,000), Project Orbis International Inc ($1,300,000), California Institute of Technology ($307,100).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| THE KING'S TRUST USA New York, NY | CHILD DEVELOPMENT | $1,595,000 |
| PROJECT ORBIS INTERNATIONAL INC New York, NY | PREVENTION/TREATMEN | $1,300,000 |
| CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Pasadena, CA | EDUCATION | $307,100 |
| UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH USA New York, NY | EDUCATION | $143,000 |
| MYRIAD USA New York, NY | EDUCATION | $38,500 |
| OPHTHALMOLOGY FOUNDATION San Francisco, CA | MEDICAL RESEARCH / | $26,780 |
| LIONS CLUBS INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION Oak Brook, IL | CHILD HEALTH | $7,419 |
| EAGLE VALLEY LAND TRUST - FARM TO FORK 2024 Edwards, CO | LAND RESOURCES CONSER | $6,500 |
| UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH USA New York, NY | EDUCATION | $6,500 |
| ORDER OF ST JOHN Washington, WA | HEALTH SERVICES | $5,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Molly Pyott — Foundation principal, actively involved in strategic direction and partnership development. She has been instrumental in advancing the foundation's work on eye care in developing countries and maintains close engagement with partner organizations.
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Ei Pyott | President | 5 | — |
| Molly E Pyott | Vice President | 5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**Zambia Eye Care Initiative:**
The foundation has been a driving force in improving eye care in Zambia through a multi-year partnership with Orbis International and the Zambia Ministry of Health. From 2022 to 2024, the foundation donated $4 million to strengthen ophthalmologist training, provide cutting-edge equipment, and fund community education. An earlier $2 million investment from 2019 to 2021 supported the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) Eye Hospital in Lusaka, resulting in the training of 29 ophthalmologists and advancement of pediatric eye care services.
Call for Applications: The David and Molly Pyott Foundation Scholarships**Ophthalmology Training Support:**
The foundation's collaboration with Orbis has focused on training ophthalmologists, effectively doubling their number in Zambia over seven years. Support extends to optometrists, nurses, clinical officers, and community health workers for screenings, eyeglass distribution, and pediatric outreach in schools. The foundation also procures essential resources including ophthalmic equipment, transportation, consumables, and critical supplies.
Supporting Global Ophthalmology Education: The David and Molly Pyott Foundation**Educational Partnerships:**
The foundation has established scholarship programs in partnership with the University of Edinburgh to support global ophthalmology education and training.
Call for Applications: The David and Molly Pyott Foundation ScholarshipsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does David & Molly Pyott Foundation fund?
The foundation's primary focus areas include: • **Eye care and prevention of blindness** — particularly in developing countries • **Ophthalmology education and training** • **Education** — including support for science and STEM education • **Child development** • **Health services** The foundation demonstrates a particular commitment to combating preventable blindness and advancing eye care education in sub-Saharan Africa, with significant emphasis on Zambia.
How do I apply for a grant from David & Molly Pyott Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does David & Molly Pyott Foundation make grants?
The foundation funds organizations and initiatives primarily in: • California • New York • Washington • Zambia (significant focus for eye care initiatives) • Sub-Saharan Africa (broader regional focus)
What size grants does David & Molly Pyott Foundation award?
In 2024, David & Molly Pyott Foundation awarded 29 grants totaling $3.5M — an average of about $120K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is David & Molly Pyott Foundation's EIN?
David & Molly Pyott Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-3033646. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does David & Molly Pyott Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.