Doris & Victor Day Foundation Inc
The Doris & Victor Day Foundation Inc. is a private foundation established in 1965 by Doris and Victor Day in Rock Island, Illinois. The foundation was created to ensure that the rewards of the Days' life and work in the Quad Cities would remain in the community to create a better life for residents. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and focuses on improving the well-being of people in the Quad Cities, with particular emphasis on Rock Island residents.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$805K
+20.0% YoY
Grant Count
80
-11.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$10K
+35.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission centers on providing funding for programs that support basic human needs and community improvement. The foundation is committed to a policy of flexibility that does not limit the creative ability of nonprofit agencies to meet human needs.
Primary funding areas include:
- Social & Human Services (approximately 29% of giving)
- Education (approximately 21% of giving)
- Health (approximately 14% of giving)
- Community Development
Specific focus areas within these categories include emergency assistance, affordable housing, childcare, job training, support programs, scholarships, and educational initiatives.
Grantmaking
Applicants must complete an online application through the foundation's website. The application deadline is May 29, 2026.
Review Cycle
is May 29, 2026.
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation restricts its funding to the Illinois and Iowa Quad Cities area, with 81% of grants staying in Illinois. Grants are provided to nonprofit organizations and programs in Rock Island and Scott Counties.
Funding Restrictions:
- No funding for religious programs
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Current Financial Position (2025):
- Total Assets: $14,318,571
- Total Revenue: $1,075,733
- Total Expenses: $993,555
- Net Income: $82,178
- Total Liabilities: $2,680
Historical Context: Since its founding in 1965, the foundation has made over $27 million in grants. Doris's estate contributed $10 million to the foundation's operations beginning in 1987.
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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 2025
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM STENGEL JR | President | 1 | — |
| REV STACIE FIDLAR | Vice President | 1 | — |
| DAN FETES | Treasurer | 4 | — |
| JOHN PHILLIPS | Director | 1 | — |
| JESSEY HULLON | Director | 1 | — |
| TYLA COLE | Executive Dir. | 30 | $76,250 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation announced the availability of grant applications for 2026, with applications due May 29, 2026. The foundation has maintained active grantmaking, distributing approximately $800,000 annually to support local nonprofit organizations serving the Quad Cities region.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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