The Grant and Jacqui Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Grant and Jacqui Smith Foundation is a private foundation in New Milford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $234,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 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$234,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $245,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $236,000 | 18 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $245,000 | 17 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $234,000 | 19 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
The Grant and Jacqui Smith 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 Grant and Jacqui Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $129,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 6 | $34,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Opportunity International | General | $50,000 |
| The Metropolitan Opera | General | $40,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | General | $20,000 |
| Catapult Opera Inc | General | $15,000 |
| City Harvest Inc | General | $15,000 |
| Citymeals-On-Wheels | General | $15,000 |
| General Board of Global Ministries of UMC | General | $10,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | General | $10,000 |
| Ballroom Basix USA Inc | General | $8,500 |
| Sherman Chamber Ensemble | General | $7,500 |
| Theatre Works New Milford | General | $7,500 |
| Washington Friends of Music | General | $7,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | General | $5,000 |
| Rvna Health | General | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | General | $5,000 |
| St Francis Breadline | General | $5,000 |
| Wnet Thirteen | General | $4,000 |
| Connecticut Foodshare | General | $2,000 |
| Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen | General | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Grant Smith
- Jacqui Smith
- Anthony Smith
Questions people ask
Does The Grant and Jacqui Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Grant and Jacqui Smith Foundation give?
$234,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Grant and Jacqui Smith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Grant Smith (President), Jacqui Smith (Secretary) and Anthony Smith (Director).
What does The Grant and Jacqui Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and international.