Smidt Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Smidt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Newbury Park, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 57 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$78.4 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.1 million the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 | $2.1 million | 58 | $71.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 57 | $78.4 million |
How to apply
Smidt Family 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 Smidt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 34 | $832,000 |
| Indiana | 5 | $134,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $13,500 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of California Los Angeles | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose, dr ira kurtz research fund | $200,000 |
| Blue River Community Foundation | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $100,000 |
| Heart of Los Angeles Youth Inc | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $50,000 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic Association | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $50,000 |
| Petersen Automotive Museum | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $50,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $50,000 |
| The Jewish Federation of Greater la | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $50,000 |
| United Service Organizations Inc | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $50,000 |
| Yac Foundation | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $50,000 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $25,000 |
| Meadows Arts and Tech Elementary School | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $25,000 |
| Opera Santa Barbara | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $25,000 |
| Salvadoran Committee El Piche | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $25,000 |
| Soaring Spirits International | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $25,000 |
| Star Christian School and Child Care Center | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $25,000 |
| Uplift Family Services | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $21,000 |
| Lifesavers Inc DBA Lifesavers Wild Horse Rescue | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $20,000 |
| California Scottish Rite Foundation | Pasadena scottish rite care childhood language center to give the future a voice | $18,000 |
| Brain Injury Center of Ventura County | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $15,000 |
| Freedom Service Dogs of America | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $15,000 |
| Marley's Mutt Dog Rescue | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $15,000 |
| Northridge All Girls Softball | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $15,000 |
| Sunburst Youth Academy Foundation | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $15,000 |
| NMDP Foundation (Formerly Be the Match Foundation) | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Bumblebee Foundation Inc | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Children of the Night Inc | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. Heroes of the heart campaign | $10,000 |
| Guide Dogs of America | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Indiana Blind Children's Foundation | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Lifesong for Orphans Inc | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Montecito Firefighters Charitable Foundation | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| National Organization for Rare Disorders | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Puppies Behind Bars | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Shelby County Youth Assistance Program | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Solid Rock Community School Inc | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Union Rescue Mission | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Vitamin Angels | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $10,000 |
| Women of Substance and Men of Honor | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. Foster care youth services | $10,000 |
| Jewish Community Center Association of Indianapolis | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. J's chai-unity fund. | $9,500 |
| Souls Harbor Pentecostal Church of Shelbyville | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $8,500 |
| Ventura County Rescue Mission | In furtherance of section 501(c)(3) charitable purpose. | $8,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Maya V Smidt
- Ross Sobel
- Ena Sobel
- Christian Mejia
- Nathan Sobel
Questions people ask
Does Smidt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Smidt Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Smidt Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Maya V Smidt (Foundation Manager/Trustee), Ross Sobel (Trustee), Ena Sobel (Trustee) and Christian Mejia (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Smidt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and youth programs.