Smith Family Benevolent Fund
Preselected recipients only
Smith Family Benevolent Fund is a private foundation in Sudbury, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $134,064 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $8,814 and the largest $13,535. 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$134,064
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$8,814
- Largest grant$13,535
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was up from $102,321 the year before.
6% 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 | $80,100 | 10 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $102,321 | 19 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $134,064 | 18 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Smith Family Benevolent Fund 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 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $41,407 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $25,083 |
| Georgia | 3 | $17,134 |
| Maryland | 2 | $15,187 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,017 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $6,068 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $6,068 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Contribution | $13,535 |
| Fos Feminista | Contribution | $13,534 |
| Strive | Contribution | $10,134 |
| Stand Up for Kids Inc | Contribution | $10,134 |
| Human Rights First | Contribution | $10,111 |
| Charitywater | Contribution | $10,049 |
| Equal Justice Works | General contribution | $10,048 |
| First Nations Development Center | Contribution | $10,017 |
| Aiu Foundation | Contribution | $10,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation | Contribution | $7,628 |
| Oxfam America | Contribution | $6,068 |
| International Rescue Committee | Contribution | $6,068 |
| Wild Earth Allies | Contribution | $5,138 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Contribution | $4,500 |
| Sierra Club Foundation | Contribution | $3,000 |
| The Carter Center | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All | Contribution | $1,500 |
| Charity Navigator | General contribution | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia K Smith
- Carey V Smith
- Martin K Smith
- Andrew R Smith
- Jennifer R Knapp
Questions people ask
Does Smith Family Benevolent Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Smith Family Benevolent Fund give?
$134,064 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $8,814.
Who runs Smith Family Benevolent Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia K Smith (Vice President), Carey V Smith (Sec/Treasurer), Martin K Smith (Board of Directors) and Andrew R Smith (President) among 5 officers and trustees.