The Smittcamp Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Smittcamp Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fresno, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $760,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $500,000. 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$760,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$17.8 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $1.0 million | 16 | $15.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 18 | $15.9 million |
| 2025 | $760,000 | 16 | $17.8 million |
How to apply
The Smittcamp 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 The Smittcamp Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $760,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Csu Fresno - Smittcamp Family Honor | Benefit foundation | $500,000 |
| Friends of the Clovis Senior Center | Benefit foundation | $100,000 |
| Center for Community Transformation | Benefit foundation | $20,000 |
| Fresno Metro Ministries | Benefit foundation | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Fresno County | Benefit foundation | $15,000 |
| Fresno Mission | Benefit foundation | $15,000 |
| Marjaree Mason Center | Benefit foundation | $15,000 |
| Resiliency Center | Benefit foundation | $15,000 |
| Assistance League | Benefit foundation | $10,000 |
| Poverello House | Benefit foundation | $10,000 |
| The Light House | Benefit foundation | $10,000 |
| Abundant Life Ranch | Benefit foundation | $7,500 |
| Pregnancy Care Center | Benefit foundation | $7,500 |
| Fresnomadera Youth for Christ | Benefit foundation | $5,000 |
| Precription Abusers in Need (Pain) | Benefit foundation | $5,000 |
| Wings Advocacy Program | Benefit foundation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Kimball
- Carol Copeland
- William Smittcamp
- Brent Smittcamp
- Adam Bay
- Michael Der Manouel Jr
- Ashley Jacobsen
- Sterling Swartout
- Sandra Snyder
- Kathryn Weakland
- Diane Chrisman
- Blake Smittcamp
- Katie Donnelly
Questions people ask
Does The Smittcamp Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Smittcamp Family Foundation give?
$760,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs The Smittcamp Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth Kimball (President), Carol Copeland (Secretary/Hi), William Smittcamp (Vice Preside) and Brent Smittcamp (Treasurer) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does The Smittcamp Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.