Hilda & Preston Davis Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting a wide range of causes, primarily focusing on education, youth development, and mental health. Its mission encompasses funding initiatives that promote educational programs, cultural awareness, and support for vulnerable populations, including foster youth and veterans. The foundation also addresses issues such as hunger relief and medical assistance. Through its grants, it aims to foster community development and enhance access to essential services, reflecting its commitment to improving the quality of life for individuals and families in need.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Organizations working in education, youth development, or related causes (including mental-health/eating-disorders and veteran support) with capacity for $10k–$200k program or scholarship grants and a connection or activity in Pennsylvania or other U.S. states.
Good Fit
- • Programs focused on school leadership, scholarships, after-school or youth workforce training.
- • Evidence of program impact and organizational capacity to manage $25k–$200k grants.
- • Operations or projects in Pennsylvania (or regional programs that include PA).
- • Ability to apply via an online form or to make contact by phone/mailing address.
Geography
Observed giving spans 15 states in the latest year, demonstrating a multi-state footprint, although grant dollars are concentrated in Pennsylvania (about 43% of amount).
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows 74 distinct recipients and a wide range of stated purposes (education, youth development, mental-health research, veterans, international relief), indicating a broad recipient mix rather than support limited to a tiny circle.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of entry exists: 13 new recipients appeared in the latest year (about 18% new), and the filing/profile includes application instructions and a rolling application route; based on the two-year record, unfamiliar applicants have a plausible path to be funded.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
