Smith Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $288,358 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $4,962 and the largest $64,625. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$288,358
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$4,962
- Largest grant$64,625
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $425,014 | 35 | $134,978 |
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 36 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $288,358 | 25 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David J Lyon 11 Quietwood Lane, Sandy, UT 84092 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (801) 523-0475 |
| What to submit | Letter specifying nature of scholarship grant desired and reasons justifying it. |
What Smith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $140,358 |
| Nevada | 10 | $92,900 |
| Utah | 9 | $49,700 |
| Oregon | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $64,625 |
| Latter Day Tours | Child education/field trips | $60,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $38,837 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $31,934 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $8,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $7,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $7,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $6,700 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $6,000 |
| Town Center Ward | Rachael earley mission | $6,000 |
| Universal Genealogy | Genealogy studies | $5,000 |
| Las Vegas Alliance for Religious Freedom | Church donation | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,962 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| West Chicage Ysa Ward | Church donation | $2,400 |
| Hillpoint Ward | Ben judd mission | $2,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward D Smith
- Shauna H Smith
Questions people ask
Does Smith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Smith Family Foundation give?
$288,358 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $4,962.
Who runs Smith Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward D Smith (Trustee) and Shauna H Smith (Trustee).
What does Smith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.