Michael R Smith Memorial Scholarship
Preselected recipients only
Michael R Smith Memorial Scholarship is a private foundation in Upton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,500 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $1,250. 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$2,500
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$1,250
- Assets$0
Giving in 2025 was up from $2,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $1,000 | 0 | $0 |
| 2023 | $1,000 | 1 | $11,143 |
| 2024 | $2,000 | 2 | $10,008 |
| 2025 | $2,500 | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Michael R Smith Memorial Scholarship 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 Michael R Smith Memorial Scholarship funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Brett Simas
- Christopher Demerjian
- Leslie Fincke
Questions people ask
Does Michael R Smith Memorial Scholarship accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael R Smith Memorial Scholarship give?
$2,500 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Michael R Smith Memorial Scholarship?
Its 2025 filing lists Brett Simas (Acting President), Christopher Demerjian (Treaurer) and Leslie Fincke (Secratary).
What does Michael R Smith Memorial Scholarship fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.