Jones-Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jones-Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Mill Valley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,078 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $45,520. 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$102,078
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$45,520
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $94,060 the year before.
5% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $96,600 | 19 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $94,060 | 20 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $102,078 | 20 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Jones-Smith 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 Jones-Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $66,358 |
| Washington | 5 | $21,520 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $4,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lifehouse | General budget | $45,520 |
| Washington Alaskan Malamute Adoption League | General budget | $5,280 |
| Sierra Repertory Theatre | General budget | $5,038 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General budget | $5,000 |
| The Vancouver Symphony | General budget | $4,240 |
| Casa de Angeles Foundation | General budget | $4,000 |
| Gales Creek Camp Foundation for Children With Diabetes | General budget | $4,000 |
| Humane Society for Southwest Washington | General budget | $4,000 |
| North County Community Food Bank | General budget | $4,000 |
| The Arc Southwest Washington | General budget | $4,000 |
| Ride Away Center | General budget | $3,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General budget | $3,500 |
| Environmental Traveling Companions | General budget | $2,500 |
| Mercy Ships | General budget | $1,700 |
| Rudiger Foundation | General budget | $1,500 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | General budget | $1,300 |
| Twain Harte Community Services District | Twain harte park & recreation program | $1,000 |
| Yosemite Rivers Alliance | General budget | $1,000 |
| Angel Island Conservancy | General budget | $500 |
| Cal Maritime Academy Foundation Inc | Jerry a. & carol aspland scholarship endowment | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- G Scott Jones
- Janet S Jones
- Martha Roach
- Scott M Jones
- Matthew W Jones
Questions people ask
Does Jones-Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jones-Smith Foundation give?
$102,078 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Jones-Smith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists G Scott Jones (President), Janet S Jones (Vice-President), Martha Roach (Secretary) and Scott M Jones (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Jones-Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and youth programs.