The Sybil and White Smith Foundation
Accepts applications
The Sybil and White Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Daphne, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $10,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $3,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$10,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $40,000 the year before.
60% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,000 | 4 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $10,500 | 5 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mary Martin Riser 122 Fairhope Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (251) 510-1311 |
| What to submit | No forms; letter to outline request |
What The Sybil and White Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 4 | $8,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jackson Academy | Community education | $3,000 |
| Fairhope Educational Enrichment Foundation | Education | $2,500 |
| Farm Stand Together | Community welfare | $2,500 |
| Pride of Atmore | Community welfare | $2,000 |
| Fairhope Film Festival | Arts, culture, and humanities | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Martin Riser
- Marshall Bankston Riser
- Elly A Riser
- Massey Walton Riser
Questions people ask
Does The Sybil and White Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Sybil and White Smith Foundation give?
$10,500 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Sybil and White Smith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Martin Riser (Trustee), Marshall Bankston Riser (Distribution Committee), Elly A Riser (Distribution Committee) and Massey Walton Riser (Distribution Committee).
What does The Sybil and White Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.