Smikis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Smikis Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $802,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$802,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$18.0 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2024 was down from $850,000 the year before.
12% of its 2024 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 | $850,000 | 18 | $17.2 million |
| 2024 | $802,500 | 17 | $18.0 million |
How to apply
Smikis 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 Smikis Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 17 | $802,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Belwin | In minnesota inspire connection to natural world | $200,000 |
| Great MN Schools (MN Comeback) | Committed to improving education, especially for low-income children and children of color | $100,000 |
| Constellation Fund | To fight poverty in the twin cities by raising the living standards of individuals and families living below the poverty line in our seven-county metropolitan area. | $100,000 |
| Agate Housing and Services | To make possible for indivudals and families to create homes for themselves, regardless of income | $70,000 |
| People Incoporated | Improves the quality of life for individuals and families experiencing barriers to mental health and wellness | $50,000 |
| Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy | Using law, science, and research to protect minnesota's environment, its natural resources and the health of its peoplen. | $50,000 |
| Minnesota Land Trust | Protect open space in minnesota | $45,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | Land conservation program | $30,000 |
| Twin Cities Rise | Provide employers in twin cities metro with trained men from communities of color | $30,000 |
| College Possible | To empower students from under invested communities to achieve their goal of earning a college degree | $25,000 |
| Ed Allies (Fka Minncan) | To ensure that every young minnesotan has access to a rigorous and engaging education | $25,000 |
| Project Success | To motivate and inspire young people to dream about the future, help them take steps to get there and give them the tools they need to achieve their goals | $25,000 |
| Summit Academy | Education and vocational training economically depressed neighborhoods | $15,000 |
| Center for Victims of Torture | To forge new ways to advance human rights and build a future free from torture | $15,000 |
| Global Rights for Women | Dedicated to promoting women's human rights internationally | $10,000 |
| Audubon Minnesota | Conservation | $7,500 |
| Aces | Improve public education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David B Hartwell
- Jill KH Geoffrion
Questions people ask
Does Smikis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Smikis Foundation give?
$802,500 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Smikis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David B Hartwell (Director) and Jill KH Geoffrion (Director).
What does Smikis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and environment and conservation.