The Floyd E Davis
The Floyd E Davis is a private foundation, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $175K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 7 grants totaling $46K. Net investment income was $8K.
The Floyd E Davis at a glance
In short: The Floyd E Davis gave $46K across 7 grants in 2024 (avg $7K), mostly in Maryland. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $46,000
- -14.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 7
- -22.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $6,571
- +9.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,500
- Total assets
- $175,068
- -17.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Maryland (61% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The Floyd E Davis funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Washington Jesuit Academy ($18K). Together the top 7 received $46K.
Grant Size Distribution
43 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 43 grants of 43 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Floyd E Davis gives
- Giving fell 25% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 288% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $46K (2024) to $77K (2020). In 2024 it made 7 grants totaling $46K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Jesuit Academy Washington, DC | General Funding | $18,000 |
| Children's Hospital Foundation Silver Spring, MD | General Funding | $10,000 |
| Landon School Bethesda, MD | General Funding | $10,000 |
| Bethesda Community Base Ball Club Bethesda, MD | General Funding | $2,500 |
| Poor Roberts Charities Potomac, MD | General Funding | $2,000 |
| The Evan Foundation Germantown, MD | General Funding | $2,000 |
| Lazarus Leadership Fellows Program Bethesda, MD | General Funding | $1,500 |
Ready to take the next step with The Floyd E Davis?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $175,068 | $16,974 | $53,369 | $46,000 | 7 | $46,000 | $7,613 | $15,956 |
| 2023 | $211,463 | $35,386 | $63,213 | $54,000 | 9 | $54,000 | $4,599 | $14,869 |
| 2022 | $239,290 | $22,104 | $80,162 | $69,800 | 7 | $69,800 | $12,792 | $15,103 |
| 2021 | $297,348 | $66,834 | $74,002 | $61,500 | 10 | $61,500 | $55,360 | $18,985 |
| 2020 | $304,516 | $50,331 | $88,208 | $76,750 | 10 | — | $36,916 | $18,095 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Floyd E Davis reported a distributable amount of $16K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Floyd E Davis is led by Floyd E. Davis III, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Floyd E. Davis III
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John G. Davis
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Timothy G. Davis
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Floyd E Davis
How much does The Floyd E Davis give each year?
The Floyd E Davis gave $46K across 7 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $54K across 9 grants.
What is The Floyd E Davis's typical grant size?
The Floyd E Davis's median grant in 2024 was $2,500, and its average grant was $6,571, across 7 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Floyd E Davis give grants?
The Floyd E Davis gives mostly in Maryland: 61% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was District of Columbia (39%). The most frequent recipient cities were Bethesda, MD (3 grants).
Does The Floyd E Davis give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Floyd E Davis's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (7 of 7) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Floyd E Davis's largest grantees?
The Floyd E Davis's largest 2024 grantees include Washington Jesuit Academy ($18,000), Children's Hospital Foundation ($10,000) and Landon School ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 83% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Floyd E Davis?
The Floyd E Davis reported $175K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $46K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $16K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What is The Floyd E Davis's EIN?
The Floyd E Davis's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1802121. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in The Floyd E Davis's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in District of Columbia
Greater Washington Community Foundation
Washington, DC
The Greater Washington Community Foundation supports nonprofits working across areas such as economic opportunity, education, health, arts, and human services, with an emphasis on equity and economic justice. Its 2025 grants had a median of $20,000, and it generally funds organizations serving DC, Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, and specified Northern Virginia communities; it offers scheduled open competitive grant rounds as well as invite-only opportunities.
Assets
$518.3M
Grants
1,417
Total Given
$116.9M
Bainum Family Foundation
Washington, DC
The Bainum Family Foundation primarily funds early-childhood development and family well-being, including early learning, health, mental health, economic security, and housing stability, as well as select legacy programs. Its 2025 grants ranged from $26 to $1 million, with a median of $87,500; giving was concentrated in Washington, D.C., with grants also made across multiple states. It does not accept unsolicited funding requests and identifies potential partners directly.
Assets
$752.8M
Grants
114
Total Given
$16.1M
Dimick Foundation
Bethesda, MD
The foundation supports arts and theatre, youth programs, and community and family services, with most funding going to organizations in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,000 to $12,000, with a median of $4,000. It accepts requests by letter, with materials due six weeks before a semi-annual grant meeting.
Assets
$7.5M
Grants
143
Total Given
$605K
The Chicago Community Trust
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Community Trust funds eligible nonprofits working to narrow the wealth gap and meet urgent needs, with priorities including economic mobility, education, jobs, homeownership, and community development in metropolitan Chicago and Cook County. Its 2025 grants had a median of $26,500, though amounts varied widely; the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$7.1B
Grants
4,316
Total Given
$1.2B
Judy and Peter Blum Kovler Foundation
Washington, DC
The foundation’s 2024 grants supported organizations working in civic engagement, elections, education and public media, health care, and arts and culture, with most funding going to Washington, DC, and additional grants in Virginia, Maryland, New York, and Massachusetts. Grants ranged from $500 to $864,416, with a median of $10,000. It considers written proposals and does not restrict giving to preselected organizations; proposals are due by November 1 for consideration that year.
Assets
$28.6M
Grants
142
Total Given
$5.3M
NCRC Community Development Fund Inc
Washington, DC
NCRC Community Development Fund supports affordable housing and homeownership, small businesses—especially minority-owned, women-owned, and low-income businesses—and certain nonprofit programs that provide capital or services to underserved communities. Its listed awards range from $5,000 to $50,000, though typical giving is not stated; it serves communities across the U.S., with some programs focused on Illinois. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$55.6M
Grants
2,666
Total Given
$149.3M
More similar funders
More Funders in District of Columbia
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from The Floyd E Davis's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
The Floyd E Davis down — hundreds of funders to go?