Smith Foundation - Trustee
Preselected recipients only
Smith Foundation - Trustee is a private foundation in Orlando, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $884,710 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $18,055 and the largest $90,277. 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$884,710
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$18,055
- Largest grant$90,277
- Assets$21.7 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was up from $812,047 the year before.
4% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 27 | $18.2 million |
| 2024 | $812,047 | 27 | $20.2 million |
| 2025 | $884,710 | 27 | $21.7 million |
How to apply
Smith Foundation - Trustee 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 Smith Foundation - Trustee funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 21 | $704,156 |
| California | 1 | $45,139 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $45,139 |
| Illinois | 1 | $36,111 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $18,055 |
| Ohio | 1 | $18,055 |
| Texas | 1 | $18,055 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Louisville | General operating | $90,277 |
| University of the Cumberlands | General operating | $90,277 |
| University of Kentucky | General operating | $90,277 |
| Children's Home of Northern Ky | General operating | $63,194 |
| Community Services of N Ky | General operating | $45,139 |
| Billy Graham Ministries | General operating | $45,139 |
| Redwood School & Rehabilitation | General operating | $45,139 |
| Crystal Cathedral Ministries | General operating | $45,139 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General operating | $36,111 |
| St Elizabeth Medical Center Inc | General operating | $27,083 |
| Gideons of Northern Kentucky | General operating | $18,055 |
| Ryle High School | General operating | $18,055 |
| St Elizabeth Healthcare | General operating | $18,055 |
| The Salvation Army | General operating | $18,055 |
| Guideposts Foundation | General operating | $18,055 |
| Richwood Presbyterian Church | General operating | $18,055 |
| Veterans Administration | General operating | $18,055 |
| Berea College | General operating | $18,055 |
| Masonic Home | General operating | $18,055 |
| St Henry High School | General operating | $18,055 |
| Uspiritus Inc Fka Bellwood Pres | General operating | $18,055 |
| Ion Crisis Center Fka Women Crisis Center MSG to Pregnant Women Center | General operating | $18,055 |
| Lloyd Memorial High School | General operating | $18,055 |
| Boone County High School | General operating | $18,055 |
| Erlanger Baptist Church | General operating | $18,055 |
| Erlanger Lions Club | General operating | $18,055 |
| Mothers Against Drunk Drivers | General operating | $18,055 |
Officers and trustees
- Truist Bank
Questions people ask
Does Smith Foundation - Trustee accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Smith Foundation - Trustee give?
$884,710 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $18,055.
Who runs Smith Foundation - Trustee?
Its 2025 filing lists Truist Bank (Trustee).
What does Smith Foundation - Trustee fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.