Emily L and Robert E Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Emily L and Robert E Smith Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $7,000. 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$17,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$224,951
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $17,500 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,500 | 13 | $215,497 |
| 2024 | $17,500 | 13 | $229,401 |
| 2025 | $17,000 | 5 | $224,951 |
How to apply
Emily L and Robert E Smith 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 Emily L and Robert E Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $9,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $7,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth College | Operations | $7,000 |
| Fordham University | Operations | $7,000 |
| Bronx Community College Foundation | Operations | $1,000 |
| Brookdale Community College | Operations | $1,000 |
| The York Theater | Operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Emily L Smith
- Robert E Smith
- Amy Lynn Smith
- Karen Gail Smith
- Victoria Ann Smith
Questions people ask
Does Emily L and Robert E Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Emily L and Robert E Smith Foundation give?
$17,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Emily L and Robert E Smith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Emily L Smith (Director/Vice-President), Robert E Smith (Director/Secretary/Treas.), Amy Lynn Smith (Director/President) and Karen Gail Smith (Director/Vice-President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Emily L and Robert E Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.