J & J Smith Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J & J Smith Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,209 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $16,021 and the largest $56,073. 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$160,209
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$16,021
- Largest grant$56,073
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $143,068 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 | $142,079 | 8 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $143,068 | 8 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $160,209 | 8 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
J & J 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 J & J Smith Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 5 | $120,157 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $16,021 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $16,021 |
| Missouri | 1 | $8,010 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Mountain College | General charitable | $56,073 |
| First Baptist Church | General charitable | $16,021 |
| The Salvation Army | General charitable | $16,021 |
| Tupelo-Lee Humane Society | General charitable | $16,021 |
| Gideons International | General charitable | $16,021 |
| Lottie Moon Christmas Offering | General charitable | $16,021 |
| American Red Cross National Headquarters | General charitable | $16,021 |
| Brookes Bible Institute | General charitable | $8,010 |
Officers and trustees
- Baird Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does J & J Smith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J & J Smith Charitable Foundation give?
$160,209 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $16,021.
Who runs J & J Smith Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Baird Trust Company (Trustee).
What does J & J Smith Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and faith communities.