Russell-Davidson Foundation
Historical FunderOrleans, Massachusetts · EIN 04-3198713 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JUDITH DAVIDSON |
|---|---|
| Address | 18 COLONY DRIVE, ORLEANS MA 02653 |
| Phone | 5082402148 |
| Form and materials | CELLO STUDENTS IN THE US MAY APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIP BY SENDING A BIOGRAPHY,STATEMENT OF NEED AND A TAPE,CD OR DVD ILLUSTRATING ABILITY. |
| Deadlines | MAY 30TH |
| Restrictions | CELLO STUDENTS AT NEC OR PEABODY CONSERVATORY.ONE OR TWO ANNUAL AWARDS OF $1,000 EACH. |
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
33% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Vernon Virtuosi | Baltimore, MD | Annual fund | $100,000 |
| Saint Bani School | Sanbornton, NH | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Pyareo Home | Sanbornton, NH | Unrestricted donation | $1,500 |
| Cornell University | Ithaca, NY | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Cape Cod Chamber | N Eastham, MA | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Outer Cape Health Services | Wellfleet, MA | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore, MD | Unrestricted donation | $1,000 |
| Pine Cobble School | Wiliamstown, MA | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Cape Cod Community College Educational Foundation | West Barnstable, MA | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Cape Rep Theater | Brewster, MA | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Eventide Theatre Co | Dennis, MA | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity Cape Cod | Yarmouth Port, MA | Unrestricted donationunrestricted donation | $500 |
| Harbor Stage | Wellfleet, MA | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Homeless Prevention Council | Orleans, MA | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Housing Assistance Corp | Hyannis, MA | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Lighthouse Chamber Players | Amherst, MA | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Lower Cape Outreach | Orleans, MA | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| Alice Lloyd College | Pippa Passes, KY | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $116,000 | 18 |
| 2023 | $39,100 | 21 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 15, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202541359349103984
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-3198713
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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