Smaby Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Smaby Family Foundation is a private foundation in Marcell, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $112,200 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $27,500. 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$112,200
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$27,500
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $102,550 the year before.
17% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $114,700 | 14 | $2.1 million |
| 2023 | $102,550 | 14 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $112,200 | 12 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Smaby Family 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 Smaby Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6 | $87,000 |
| California | 5 | $24,200 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Olaf College | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $27,500 |
| Science Museum of Minnesota | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $25,000 |
| Augsberg Peace Scholar Fund | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Rancho Mirage Library | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $15,000 |
| Norway House | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $8,000 |
| University of Minnesota | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $7,500 |
| Palm Springs International Film Society | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Grand Rapids Library | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $4,000 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Palm Springs Cultural Center | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $1,200 |
| Vesterheim the National Norwegian-American Museum & Folk Art School | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Senior Advocates of the Desert | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Smaby
- Mark Smaby
- Anne Smaby Hersch
- Gary Smaby
Questions people ask
Does Smaby Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Smaby Family Foundation give?
$112,200 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Smaby Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Smaby (Board Member), Mark Smaby (Board Member), Anne Smaby Hersch (Board Member) and Gary Smaby (President).
What does Smaby Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.