Lon V Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lon V Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 116 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants116
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$28.2 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
15% of its 2024 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 | $1.5 million | 114 | $882,711 |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 116 | $28.2 million |
How to apply
Lon V 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 Lon V Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 111 | $1.4 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $30,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| United Way of Greater Los Angeles | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Westcoast Sports Associates | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| St Vincent Meals on Wheels | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Angel Flight West | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Boys Republic | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Las Floristas Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Orange County United Way | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Pediatric Cancer Research Foundatio | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Regents of the University of Califo | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Tierra Del Sol Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Venice Family Clinic | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Westside Food Bank | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America - Orange Coun | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| ALS Network | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Peninsula Committee Childrens Hospi | Unrestricted | $22,500 |
| St Joseph Center | Unrestricted | $22,500 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Chrysalis | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Fulfillment Fund | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Goodwill of Orange County | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Goodwill Southern CA LA | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Music Will fmly Little Kids Rock | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Maple Counseling Cener | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Northridge Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Saban Community Clinic LA Free Clin | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army So Cal | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Sharewell Cayton Childrens Museum | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Fosterall | Unrestricted | $17,500 |
| Proyecto Pastoral At Dolores Missio | Unrestricted | $17,500 |
| A Place Called Home | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Alzheimers Los Angeles | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Braille Institute | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Claremont Institute | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Good Shepherd Center for Homeless W | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| New Directions for Veterans | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Opica Adult Day Program Counseling | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Pacific Legal Founation | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Waxler
- Louise Offit
- Stephen A Rados
- Lawrence Clark
- Kirk Wilkinson
Questions people ask
Does Lon V Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lon V Smith Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 116 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Lon V Smith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew Waxler (President), Louise Offit (Secretary), Stephen A Rados (President) and Lawrence Clark (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Lon V Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and health.