Marilyn Sue Smith Education Trust
Preselected recipients only
Marilyn Sue Smith Education Trust is a private foundation in Wichita, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $214,451 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $16,084 and the largest $177,994. 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$214,451
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$16,084
- Largest grant$177,994
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $214,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $214,000 | 4 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $214,000 | 4 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $214,451 | 4 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Marilyn Sue Smith Education Trust 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 3 | $193,006 |
| Colorado | 1 | $21,445 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita State University Foundation | To be used at the | $177,994 |
| Centers for Spiritual Living | To be used at the | $21,445 |
| Kansas Humane Society of Wichita | To be used at the | $10,723 |
| Greenwood County Historical Society | To be used at the | $4,289 |
Officers and trustees
- Commerce Trust
Questions people ask
Does Marilyn Sue Smith Education Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marilyn Sue Smith Education Trust give?
$214,451 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $16,084.
Who runs Marilyn Sue Smith Education Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Commerce Trust (Trustee).