Dorothy & Chester Smith Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dorothy & Chester Smith Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $74,444 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $16,000. 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$74,444
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was down from $334,147 the year before.
55% 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 | $334,147 | 34 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $74,444 | 42 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Dorothy & Chester Smith Charitable Foundation 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 Dorothy & Chester Smith Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $49,344 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $6,800 |
| Texas | 5 | $4,700 |
| Iowa | 2 | $2,500 |
| Washington | 2 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $1,900 |
| Missouri | 2 | $1,700 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lacnets Foundation | General support | $16,000 |
| All Saints by the Sea | General support | $15,444 |
| Net Research Foundation | General support | $5,300 |
| Single Mothers Outreach of Santa CL | General support | $5,000 |
| Acton Methodist Church | General support | $2,500 |
| Asap Cats | General support | $2,000 |
| Team Expansion | General support | $1,500 |
| Velvet Ashes | General support | $1,500 |
| Snafu Rescue | General support | $1,500 |
| Santa Barbara Afe Foundation | General support | $1,400 |
| Food Bank Santa Barbara | General support | $1,200 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $1,100 |
| Santa Barbara Rescue Mission | General support | $1,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | General support | $1,000 |
| Women's Fund of Santa Barbara | General support | $1,000 |
| Peo Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| West Columbia Gorge Humane Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Alpha Chi Omega Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Black and Pink Massachusetts | General support | $1,000 |
| Camas Washougal Historical Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Campaign for Southern Equality | General support | $1,000 |
| Coalition for Humane Immigrant Righ | General support | $1,000 |
| Direct Relief | General support | $1,000 |
| Dog Ranch Rescue | General support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Ca | General support | $1,000 |
| Red Rover Purple Leash Project | General support | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support | $700 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General support | $600 |
| City of Hope | General support | $500 |
| North Shore Animal League | General support | $500 |
| Breeder Release Adoption Service | General support | $500 |
| French Bulldog Rescue Network | General support | $500 |
| French Bulldog Village | General support | $500 |
| Land Trust for SB County | General support | $400 |
| Humane Society of the United States | General support | $300 |
| Mission Grandbury | General support | $300 |
| ASPCA | General support | $300 |
| Disabled American Vets | General support | $200 |
| Austin Boxer Rescue | General support | $200 |
| SB Alliance for Community | General support | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert L Smith
- Valerie S Tippy
Questions people ask
Does Dorothy & Chester Smith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dorothy & Chester Smith Charitable Foundation give?
$74,444 in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Dorothy & Chester Smith Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert L Smith (Trustee) and Valerie S Tippy (Trustee).
What does Dorothy & Chester Smith Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, faith communities and human services.