Jones S Davis Foundation
Historical FunderBaton Rouge, Louisiana · EIN 72-6023237 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,350 and $8,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA |
|---|---|
| Address | 2200 ROSS AVE FL 5, DALLAS TX 75201 |
| Phone | 2149652901 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATIONS FOR SCHOLARSHIPS SHOULD BE BY LETTER AND SHOULD INDICATE APPLICANT'S NAME, ADDRESS, AGE, HIGH SCHOOL AND/OR COLLEGE GRADES, ACT SCORES, MAJOR FIELDS OF STUDY, PLUS THE COLLEGE HE/SHE PLANS TO ATTEND. APPLICATIONS FOR CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS, INDICATE HOW ORGANIZATION INTENDS TO SPEND PROCEEDS. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS - 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION SCHOLARSHIP - ATTENDANCE AT ACCREDITED COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside Louisiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School | Baton Rouge, LA | General | $19,000 |
| Hope Ministries | Baton Rouge, LA | General | $13,250 |
| LA United Methodist Children and Family Services | Ruston, LA | General | $13,000 |
| First United Methodist Church | Baton Rouge, LA | General | $10,000 |
| Baton Rouge Community College | Baton Rouge, LA | General | $9,500 |
| Long Beach City College | Long Beach, CA | General | $9,000 |
| Calibr8 | Baton Rouge, LA | General | $8,000 |
| Franciscan Ministries of Our Lady University | Baton Rouge, LA | General | $8,000 |
| University of Southern Mississippi | Hattisburg, MS | General | $6,500 |
| Lsu | Baton Rouge, LA | General | $6,000 |
| Iteach | Denton, TX | General | $4,949 |
| First Descents | Denver, CO | General | $3,900 |
| Southern University | Baton Rouge, LA | General | $3,500 |
| Southeasten Missouri State University | Cape Girardeau, MO | General | $3,500 |
| University of Louisiana Lafayette | Lafayette, LA | General | $3,500 |
| University of West Florida | Pensacola, FL | General | $3,500 |
| Midland College | Midland, TX | General | $3,000 |
| University of Oklahoma | Norman, OK | General | $3,000 |
| University of Mississippi | University, MS | General | $2,350 |
| Agape School of Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | General | $2,301 |
| California State University of Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | General | $2,000 |
| Saints Youth Baseball | Prairieville, LA | General | $2,000 |
| East Carolina University | Grrenville, NC | General | $1,500 |
| Oklahoma Christian University | Edmond, OK | General | $1,500 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($46,250). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $189,000 | 26 |
| 2023 | $165,750 | 25 |
| 2022 | $150,500 | 30 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601949349100505
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 72-6023237
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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