Joe C. Davis Foundation is an independent non-profit private foundation based in Nashville, Tennessee. Founded in 1976 by Joseph Columbus Davis, Jr., with a mission to help people help themselves while encouraging and maintaining individual initiative and responsibility. The foundation seeks to continue a legacy of giving which will help the Nashville community thrive, help motivated individuals reach their full potential and uphold the original intentions of Davis. The assets of the foundation are managed by the board of trustees.Joe C. Davis Foundation's investment portfolio is valued at over $137.2 million, with investments in domestic and international equity, fixed income, private equity and cash.