The Ted & Joyce Smith Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ted & Joyce Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fresno, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $154,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $14,500 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$154,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$14,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2024 was up from $150,500 the year before.
78% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $150,500 | 11 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $154,500 | 10 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
The Ted & Joyce Smith 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 Ted & Joyce Smith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $50,000 |
| California | 2 | $33,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $22,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $17,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $12,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $7,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Horn of Africa | To support equipping mission leaders and cross border missionaries. | $30,000 |
| Hope International | To fund programs that share the hope of Christ through biblically based training, savings services, and loans that restore dignity and break the cycle of poverty in Haiti. | $25,000 |
| Nazareth Evangelical College | To support the main leadership and ministry project. | $25,000 |
| Untold | To support operating expenses for the organizations Bible distribution program. | $22,000 |
| BethanyKids USA | To help support the general operations of the organization. | $17,000 |
| Sepal USA | To purchase electric cargo bikes. | $12,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | To support the organization's ongoing work in Israel. | $10,000 |
| Individual | To support the Organization's building fund. | $7,000 |
| Hope New | To support the Organization's Gospel Fund. | $3,500 |
| Ethos 360 | To support the scholarship fund for missionary training. | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory T Smith
- Steven D Lum
- Joyce Smith
- Krista Manela
- Eric Manela
- Amanda B Smith
- Gaylene J DeMars
- Brian L DeMars
Questions people ask
Does The Ted & Joyce Smith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ted & Joyce Smith Family Foundation give?
$154,500 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $14,500.
Who runs The Ted & Joyce Smith Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregory T Smith (President & CEO), Steven D Lum (Cfo), Joyce Smith (Director) and Krista Manela (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Ted & Joyce Smith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.