Davis-Seely Foundation
Invitation OnlyRancho Santa Fe, California · EIN 33-0877247 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$48K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$1.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $400 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
60% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Symphony | San Diego, CA | General support | $33,000 |
| Elizabeth Coalition to House the Homeless | Elizabeth, NJ | General support | $5,000 |
| Villanova University | Villanova, PA | General support | $5,000 |
| Unbroken Spirit | Arden, NC | General support | $1,250 |
| Cathedral of Christ the King | Lexington, KY | General support | $1,000 |
| Lexington Catholic High School | Lexington, KY | General support | $1,000 |
| Operation Game on | Solana Beach, CA | General support | $625 |
| Tates Creek Baseball Boosters | Lexington, KY | General support | $400 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Little League | Rancho Santa Fe, CA | General support | $398 |
| Church of the Nativity | Rancho Santa Fe, CA | General support | $350 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $48,023 | 10 |
| 2023 | $44,300 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543149349101309
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-0877247
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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