Phyllis and Irving Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Phyllis and Irving Smith Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $214,200 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $51,500. 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$214,200
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$51,500
- Assets$4.1 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $192,700 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $189,200 | 1 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $192,700 | 1 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $214,200 | 13 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Phyllis and Irving 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 Phyllis and Irving Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $105,000 |
| California | 5 | $76,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $13,200 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scripps Health Foundation | Contribution | $51,500 |
| Basser Center for Brca | Contribution | $50,000 |
| Penn Medicine Development | Contribution | $45,000 |
| Congregation Bnai Isreal | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Services San Diego | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Sharsheret | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Manna | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Feeding San Diego | Contribution | $8,500 |
| Francis Parker School | Contribution | $5,000 |
| The Hotchkiss School | Contribution | $5,000 |
| The Dalton School | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation in the Heart of NJ | Contribution | $3,200 |
| The Pad Project | Contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Debra Fishman
- Linda Kivits
Questions people ask
Does Phyllis and Irving Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Phyllis and Irving Smith Foundation give?
$214,200 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Phyllis and Irving Smith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Debra Fishman (President) and Linda Kivits (V Pres).
What does Phyllis and Irving Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.