Frank P & Nancy B Smith Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frank P & Nancy B Smith Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Lake Forest, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,200 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $7,100 and the largest $30,000. 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$56,200
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$7,100
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $58,968 | 3 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 3 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $56,200 | 6 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Frank P & Nancy B Smith Charitable 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 Frank P & Nancy B Smith Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $30,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $18,200 |
| New York | 1 | $6,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Barnabus Founation Inc | Education and disabilities | $30,000 |
| Fedex Family House (Leboneur) | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Vanerbilt University Medical Center | Medical research | $8,200 |
| Children's Brain Tumor Foundation | Medical research | $6,000 |
| World Vision | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education scholarships | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory L Smith
- Gary P Smith
Questions people ask
Does Frank P & Nancy B Smith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank P & Nancy B Smith Charitable Foundation give?
$56,200 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $7,100.
Who runs Frank P & Nancy B Smith Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gregory L Smith (Director) and Gary P Smith (Director).
What does Frank P & Nancy B Smith Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.