Smith Walker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Smith Walker Foundation is a private foundation in Newport Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $270,000 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$270,000
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $238,000 the year before.
23% 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 | $238,000 | 35 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $270,000 | 40 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Smith Walker 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 Smith Walker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 28 | $183,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,500 |
| Colorado | 2 | $17,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $11,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $9,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $7,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $7,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| El Montecito Presbyterian Church | Operating expense | $30,000 |
| Pathfinder Ranch Inc | Operating expense | $30,000 |
| Individual | Operating expense | $20,500 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | Operating expense | $13,000 |
| Coalition to Abolish Slavery | Operating expense | $10,000 |
| Grace and Peace Church | Operating expense | $10,000 |
| Voice of the Martyrs | Operating expense | $9,000 |
| Individual | Operating expense | $9,000 |
| Fred Jordan Mission | Operating expense | $8,000 |
| Providence School | Operating expense | $8,000 |
| Rescue Mission - Santa Barbara | Operating expense | $8,000 |
| Lex Rex Institute | Operating expense | $8,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Operating expense | $7,000 |
| International Justice Mission | Operating expense | $7,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Operating expense | $7,000 |
| Individual | Operating expense | $5,000 |
| Diakonos | Operating expense | $5,000 |
| Individual | Operating expense | $5,000 |
| Individual | Operating expense | $5,000 |
| Individual | Operating expense | $5,000 |
| The Neely School of Business | Operating expense | $5,000 |
| Triton Booster Club - Softball | Operating expense | $5,000 |
| Sherman Library Gardens | Operating expense | $5,000 |
| Friends of San Clemente Foundation | Operating expense | $5,000 |
| Wilfred D Bill Iwan Memorial Fund | Operating expense | $4,000 |
| Individual | Operating expense | $4,000 |
| Individual | Operating expense | $3,000 |
| Christian Healing Ministries | Operating expense | $3,000 |
| Newport Harbor High Athletic | Operating expense | $3,000 |
| Orange Coast College Foundation | Operating expense | $3,000 |
| Individual | Operating expense | $3,000 |
| Individual | Operating expense | $3,000 |
| Chapman University | Operating expense | $2,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Operating expense | $2,000 |
| Patrick's Purpose Foundation | Operating expense | $2,000 |
| Queen of Hearts Foundation | Operating expense | $2,000 |
| Boy's Town | Operating expense | $2,000 |
| San Onofre Surf Team | Operating expense | $2,000 |
| Santa Barbara Maritime Museum | Operating expense | $1,000 |
| Newport Harbor High Alumni Assoc | Operating expense | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walker Smith III
- Donald Goodrich
- Alex Royalty
- Kim S Smith
- Janet G Gates
- Nathan C Gates
- Leslie Weinzettel
- Clarke A Smith
- Shelly Royalty
Questions people ask
Does Smith Walker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Smith Walker Foundation give?
$270,000 in tax year 2024, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Smith Walker Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Walker Smith III (Trustee), Donald Goodrich (Trustee), Alex Royalty (Assistant SE) and Kim S Smith (Treasurer) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Smith Walker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.