Stella Smith Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Stella Smith Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Little Rock, Arkansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $620,055 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $31,070 and the largest $161,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$620,055
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$31,070
- Largest grant$161,500
- Assets$16.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $564,734 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $595,185 | 18 | $14.8 million |
| 2024 | $564,734 | 17 | $16.3 million |
| 2025 | $620,055 | 16 | $16.6 million |
How to apply
Stella Smith 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 Stella Smith Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 12 | $469,641 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $65,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $35,385 |
| Texas | 1 | $29 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Symphony Orchestra | General fund | $161,500 |
| Kennedy Center for Performing Arts | General fund | $65,000 |
| Crystal Bridges Museum | General fund | $56,000 |
| Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts | General fund | $50,000 |
| Arkansas Repertory Theatre | General fund | $50,000 |
| Huntington National Artspace | General fund | $50,000 |
| Mount Vernon Ladies Association | General fund | $35,385 |
| Arkansas Children's Foundation | General fund | $32,141 |
| William J Clinton Foundation | General fund | $30,000 |
| Ballet Arkansas | General fund | $25,000 |
| Arkansas Governor's Mansion | General fund | $25,000 |
| Access Schools | General fund | $10,000 |
| Arkansas Black Hall of Fame | General fund | $10,000 |
| Arkansas Cinema Society | General fund | $10,000 |
| Heritage Poultry Conservancy | General fund | $10,000 |
| From Energy Transfer LP K-1 | General fund | $29 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael R Mayton
- Catherine H Mayton
Questions people ask
Does Stella Smith Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stella Smith Charitable Trust give?
$620,055 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $31,070.
Who runs Stella Smith Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael R Mayton (Trustee) and Catherine H Mayton (Trustee).
What does Stella Smith Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.