The William and Mary Davis Foundation
The William and Mary Davis Foundation is a private foundation based in Wheaton, Illinois. It supports nonprofit organizations whose missions align with its vision, and describes its approach as supporting and encouraging individuals through retreats, board service, and partnerships.
The William and Mary Davis Foundation at a glance
In short: The William and Mary Davis Foundation gave $192K across 33 grants in 2024 (avg $6K), mostly in Illinois. 45% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $192,100
- +8.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 33
- +13.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $5,821
- -5.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $467,447
- +81.4% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 45% first-time grantees (15 of 33, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Illinois (87% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The William and Mary Davis Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Applicants should contact Stephen Davis to request an application form. Awards are based on alignment with the foundation’s mission statement.
- Contact
Application contact: Stephen Davis
Mailing address: 401 S Carlton, Wheaton, IL 61087
Phone: (630) 462-0230
Website: https://www.wmdavisfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The William and Mary Davis Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Tuskeegee Next Foundation ($60K). Together the top 10 received $142K.
Grant Size Distribution
123 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 116 grants of 123 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 87% of grant dollars went to recipients in Illinois, 7% to Tennessee, 3% to New York, and 1% each to Florida and Georgia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 33 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The William and Mary Davis Foundation open to new grantees?
45%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 15 of 33 grantees (45%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $4K; repeat grants $8K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 48% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 26% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $170K (2020) to $258K (2021). In 2024 it made 33 grants totaling $192K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tuskeegee Next Foundation Wheaton, IL | Operational Funding | $60,000 |
| Go Chi Life Chicago, IL | Operational Funding | $25,000 |
| Haymarket Center Chicago, IL | Operational Funding | $10,500 |
| Northwestern Memorial Foundation Chicago, IL | Operational Funding | $10,000 |
| Progressive Baptist Church Chicago, IL | Operational Funding | $10,000 |
| Chicago Foundation for Women Chicago, IL | Operational Funding | $6,000 |
| Do Somethingorg New York, NY | Operational Funding | $5,000 |
| New City Church Ministries Naperville, IL | Operational Funding | $5,000 |
| Southside Memorial Day Parade Chicago, IL | Operational Funding | $5,000 |
| St Sabina Church Chicago, IL | Operational Funding | $5,000 |
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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 | $467,447 | $455,009 | $245,271 | $192,100 | 33 | $244,421 | $1 | $8,403 |
| 2023 | $257,709 | $355,596 | $206,850 | $177,854 | 29 | $206,850 | — | $3,936 |
| 2022 | $108,963 | $109,076 | $215,848 | $184,870 | 20 | $215,690 | $7 | $6,899 |
| 2021 | $215,735 | $170,233 | $299,317 | $258,129 | 22 | $299,316 | $22 | $10,855 |
| 2020 | $343,419 | $327,746 | $191,298 | $170,496 | 19 | — | $41 | — |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The William and Mary Davis Foundation reported a distributable amount of $8K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to support nonprofit organizations whose missions align with its vision. It says its outreach and exploration opportunities are intended to help participants find purpose and live well.
Its grantees describe a range of missions. For example, Haymarket Center says it aids people with substance use disorders through behavioral health services; Chicago Foundation for Women says it works on women’s and girls’ economic security, freedom from violence, and access to health care; and East Tennessee Community Design Center says it provides architectural and planning assistance to communities lacking resources. The foundation also reports mentoring retreats for at-risk youth that provide health awareness, mentor opportunities, and wellness training.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 33 grants totaling $192,100. Grant amounts ranged from $250 to $60,000, with a median of $3,000. The largest grants included $60,000 to Tuskegee NEXT Foundation and $25,000 to Go Chi Life, both for operational funding. Other notable grants included $10,500 to Haymarket Center, $10,000 each to Northwestern Memorial Foundation and Progressive Baptist Church, and $6,000 to Chicago Foundation for Women.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Stephen L. Davis as chairman and director, Tanya Davis as president and director, and Jessica Ashley Garmon as treasurer and secretary. The foundation’s board listing identifies Stephen L. Davis as chairman, Tanya Davis as president, and Jessica Garmon as a board member.
The William and Mary Davis Foundation is led by Tanya Davis, President & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Tanya Davis
President & Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Stephen L. Davis
Chairman & Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jessica Ashley Garmon
Treasurer & Secretary
Treasurer, Secretary & Director → Treasurer & Secretary, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/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 William and Mary Davis Foundation
How much does The William and Mary Davis Foundation give each year?
The William and Mary Davis Foundation gave $192K across 33 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $178K across 29 grants.
What is The William and Mary Davis Foundation's typical grant size?
The William and Mary Davis Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $3,000, and its average grant was $5,821, across 33 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The William and Mary Davis Foundation that year got $4K on average.
Where does The William and Mary Davis Foundation give grants?
The William and Mary Davis Foundation gives mostly in Illinois: 87% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Tennessee (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Chicago, IL (15 grants), Knoxville, TN (3 grants) and Wheaton, IL (2 grants).
Does The William and Mary Davis Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The William and Mary Davis Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (33 of 33) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The William and Mary Davis Foundation's largest grantees?
The William and Mary Davis Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Tuskeegee Next Foundation ($60,000), Go Chi Life ($25,000) and Haymarket Center ($10,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The William and Mary Davis Foundation?
The William and Mary Davis Foundation reported $467K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $244K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $8K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The William and Mary Davis Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to support nonprofit organizations whose missions align with its vision. It says its outreach and exploration opportunities are intended to help participants find purpose and live well. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The William and Mary Davis Foundation?
The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The William and Mary Davis Foundation's EIN?
The William and Mary Davis Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-5937655. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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Live grants for the work The William and Mary Davis Foundation funds
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