Guilford Houston Smith Jr Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Guilford Houston Smith Jr Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $121,034 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $22,997 and the largest $28,443. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$121,034
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$22,997
- Largest grant$28,443
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $124,495 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $134,490 | 7 | $3.1 million |
| 2023 | $124,495 | 7 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $121,034 | 7 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Guilford Houston Smith Jr Charitable Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Guilford Houston Smith Jr Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 5 | $85,329 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $28,443 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $7,262 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama Institute for Deaf & Blind Foundation Inc | Donation | $28,443 |
| The Salvation Army | Donation | $28,443 |
| Presbyterian Home for Children | Donation | $24,207 |
| Alabama Sheriff's Youth Ranches | Donation | $22,997 |
| Alabama's Special Camp for Children and Adults Camp Ascca | Donation | $8,472 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Donation | $7,262 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Tuskegee Alabama | Donation | $1,210 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark H Nelson
- Langdon Nelson
Questions people ask
Does Guilford Houston Smith Jr Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Guilford Houston Smith Jr Charitable Trust give?
$121,034 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $22,997.
Who runs Guilford Houston Smith Jr Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark H Nelson (Trustee) and Langdon Nelson (Advisory Committee).
What does Guilford Houston Smith Jr Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and faith communities.