The William H and Patricia M Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William H and Patricia M Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Louisville, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $343,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$343,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $352,000 the year before.
37% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $352,000 | 23 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $343,000 | 19 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
The William H and Patricia M Smith 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 The William H and Patricia M Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $163,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $50,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Institute of Arts | Support daily operations of art museum | $100,000 |
| Old Town School of Folk Music | Provide financial aid and arts programming for chicagoans | $30,000 |
| Monterey Symphony | Engage, educate, and excite our community through the performance and continual discovery of symphonic music | $25,000 |
| A Better Chicago | Invests in the most promising nonprofits helping children escape poverty | $20,000 |
| Harmony at Home | End the cycles of violence and abuse by empowering children and young adults with the knowledge, skills and confidence to lead healthy and productive lives | $20,000 |
| Kentucky Humane Society | Through leadership, education and proactive solutions, we are creating more compassionate communities | $20,000 |
| Rancho Cielo Inc | Provide safe campus to deliver programs and services that inspire at-risk youth to learn new skills, gain self-esteem and confidence | $20,000 |
| Pacific Rep Theatre | Facilitate and produce theatre arts in the monterey bay region | $15,000 |
| Peninsula Symphony | Providing an environment of dignity and respect for our musicians, audience, staff and volunteers | $12,000 |
| De Colores Arts | To create inclusive space for connection and self-expression through the arts | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of Monterey County | Fight hunger in monterey county | $10,000 |
| Gathering for Women | Provide homeless women with supportive resources and caring community | $10,000 |
| Louisville Urban League Sports and Learning Complex | Foster national or international amateur sports competition as a qualified amateur sports organization | $10,000 |
| Redwood Community Radio Inc | To inform, educate, entertain, and inspire the listening community through quality programming | $10,000 |
| You're Going to Die | To inspire lives through creative engagement with death | $10,000 |
| Youth Orchestra Salinas (Yosal) | Nonprofit after-school music program | $10,000 |
| Carmel Cares | Keep carmel beautiful through volunteer maintenance and improvement projects | $5,000 |
| Carmel Music Society | To present classical music performances on the monterey peninsula and to foster the appreciation of music across the community. | $5,000 |
| Monterey Bay Aquarium | Inspiring young and old with the beauty and wonder of the ocean | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kendall Smith
- Scott D Smith
- Wendy A Kubitskey
Questions people ask
Does The William H and Patricia M Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William H and Patricia M Smith Foundation give?
$343,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The William H and Patricia M Smith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kendall Smith (Pres / Trustee), Scott D Smith (Trustee) and Wendy A Kubitskey (Sec / Treas/Trustee).
What does The William H and Patricia M Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.