The Smigel Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Smigel Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Savannah, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,100 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,600. 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$9,100
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,600
- Assets$232,721
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $11,800 the year before.
44% 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 | $11,000 | 19 | $195,909 |
| 2024 | $11,800 | 16 | $201,629 |
| 2025 | $9,100 | 16 | $232,721 |
How to apply
The Smigel Foundation 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 Smigel Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 9 | $4,100 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,600 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude Children's Research Hospit | Operations | $1,600 |
| Academy of Hope (Washington DC) | Operations | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Operations | $1,000 |
| Old Savannah City Mission | Operations | $1,000 |
| Gloucester Mathews Humane Society | Operations | $500 |
| Savannah Philharmonic | Operations | $500 |
| Suffield Academy | Operations | $500 |
| Save the Manatte | Operations | $500 |
| PBS Georgia | Operations | $500 |
| RMHC | Operations | $500 |
| PBS North Carolina | Operations | $400 |
| Humane Society of Greater Savannah | Operations | $250 |
| Savannah Children's Theatre | Operations | $250 |
| Uso Call Home | Operations | $250 |
| Savannah Downtown Business Assoc | Operations | $250 |
| Coastal Pet Rescue | Operations | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey A Smigel
- Jason E Smigel
- Austin E Smigel
Questions people ask
Does The Smigel Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Smigel Foundation Inc give?
$9,100 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Smigel Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey A Smigel (President,tr), Jason E Smigel (Trustee) and Austin E Smigel (Trustee).
What does The Smigel Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and education.