Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$75,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$303,676
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $196,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $215,000 | 7 | $300,943 |
| 2024 | $196,000 | 22 | $306,953 |
| 2025 | $75,000 | 2 | $303,676 |
How to apply
Will and Jada 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 Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Research Foundation | Sec 501(c)(3) organization | $50,000 |
| Debbie Allen Dance Academy | Sec 501(c)(3) organization | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Evans
- Willard Smith II
- Harry Smith
- Jada P Smith
- James Lassiter
- Jana Babtunde-Bey
Questions people ask
Does Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation give?
$75,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen Evans (Executive Director), Willard Smith II (Co-Chairperson), Harry Smith (Cfo) and Jada P Smith (Co-Chairperson,secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Will and Jada Smith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, arts and culture and education.