The Smithers Family Charitable Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Smithers Family Charitable Fund Inc is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $48,950 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$48,950
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was down from $88,850 the year before.
83% of its 2024 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 | $88,850 | 23 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $48,950 | 12 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Smithers Family Charitable Fund Inc 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 Smithers Family Charitable Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $26,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $9,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $8,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $1,200 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holistic Cancer Care Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| Becca Schmill Foundation | General | $8,000 |
| Warrior Dog Foundation | General | $8,000 |
| Adopt-A-Platoon | General | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross | General | $1,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General | $1,000 |
| Shriners Childrens Hospital | General | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research | Research | $1,000 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | General | $1,000 |
| Team Blue Line | General | $750 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General | $700 |
| Usdeputy Sherriffs Assoc | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Francis C Smithers
- Robert B Smithers
- Virginia Smithers
Questions people ask
Does The Smithers Family Charitable Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Smithers Family Charitable Fund Inc give?
$48,950 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Smithers Family Charitable Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Francis C Smithers (President), Robert B Smithers (Treasurer) and Virginia Smithers (Vp/Secretary).
What does The Smithers Family Charitable Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, veterans and youth programs.