4S Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
4S Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $170,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$170,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $132,500 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 | $0 | 0 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $132,500 | 9 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $170,000 | 10 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
4S 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 4S Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 4 | $90,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $47,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crossroads Bible Church | Sow to Reap Building Campaign | $60,000 |
| International Deaf Education Association | General & Unrestricted | $37,500 |
| Bellevue Christian School | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| International Deaf Education Association | Multi-year grant for long term planning and birthday/christmas gifts for at least two students | $10,000 |
| John Wayne Birthplace Society LTD | Sigma Chi Memorial Campaign | $10,000 |
| New Horizons Ministries | Long term grant commitment for general financial support | $10,000 |
| New Horizons Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Opportunity International Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Truth for Life | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trus | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sherri Ann Smolinske
- Stephen B Smolinske
Questions people ask
Does 4S Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does 4S Family Foundation give?
$170,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs 4S Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sherri Ann Smolinske (Sec, Treas, Dir) and Stephen B Smolinske (Pres, Dir).
What does 4S Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.