The Lester and Roberta Smith Foundation
Accepts applications
The Lester and Roberta Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Tucson, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $106,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$106,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2024 was up from $97,303 the year before.
86% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $147,900 | 8 | $3.1 million |
| 2023 | $97,303 | 5 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $106,000 | 7 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Smith Foundation PO Box 66096, Tucson, AZ 85728 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (520) 886-3181 |
| What to submit | Request for grant should include materials on how grant would improve the school dropout rate and reduce teen pregnancy rate in Arizona |
| Restrictions | Provide funding for service and education programs that help to create a positive environment and enrich the quality of life for children and youth in southern Arizona |
What The Lester and Roberta Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 7 | $106,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation | Support | $30,000 |
| Az Cyber Initiative | Support | $25,000 |
| Youth on Their Own | Support | $20,000 |
| Kxci Tucson Community Radio | Support | $10,000 |
| Tucson Badger Youth Wrestling Club | Support | $10,000 |
| Books for Classrooms | Support | $6,000 |
| Angel Heart Pajama Project | Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd Ackerman
- Jennifer L Carrell
- John Pedicone
- Kris Boswell
Questions people ask
Does The Lester and Roberta Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Lester and Roberta Smith Foundation give?
$106,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Lester and Roberta Smith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Todd Ackerman (Treasurer), Jennifer L Carrell (President), John Pedicone (Vice President) and Kris Boswell (Secretary).
What does The Lester and Roberta Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.