The Vo Smith Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Vo Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rocklin, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $174,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $40,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$174,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $130,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $170,000 | 8 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 5 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $174,000 | 6 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Rob van Dorn 414 St Norbert Drive, Danville, CA 94526 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (925) 858-2407 |
| What to submit | No required format |
| Deadlines | February 28 each year |
| Restrictions | Focus on education |
What The Vo Smith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $119,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $40,000 | |
| Basic Fund | Direct support the education program for low-income families | $39,000 |
| Donorschooseorg | Direct support of the education for children in public schools | $30,000 |
| Individual | Direct support of disaster relief | $25,000 |
| San Francisco Education Fund | Direct support of educational programs | $25,000 |
| Individual | Direct support of educational programs for young people | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rob van Dorn
- Ryan Cloney
- Kathleen A Smith
- Mark O Smith
- Barbara Mount
- Carol Smith
- Sallie Kinser
- Cynthia B van Dorn
- Annie Morris
- Stacey Kinser
Questions people ask
Does The Vo Smith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: February 28 each year.
How much does The Vo Smith Family Foundation give?
$174,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs The Vo Smith Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rob van Dorn (President), Ryan Cloney (Cfo), Kathleen A Smith (Director) and Mark O Smith (Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The Vo Smith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.