Herbert L Smith III Family Fund
Preselected recipients only
Herbert L Smith III Family Fund is a private foundation in Mill Neck, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,445 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$53,445
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $44,000 the year before.
29% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $34,650 | 5 | $881,556 |
| 2024 | $44,000 | 6 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $53,445 | 7 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Herbert L Smith III Family 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.
What Herbert L Smith III Family Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $50,445 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Glencove Boys & Girls Club | To further charity's work in their field | $20,000 |
| Gospel in Life | To further charity's work in their field | $15,445 |
| North Shore Land Alliance Inc | To further charity's work in their field | $5,000 |
| North Shore Wildlife Sanctuary Inc | To further charity's work in their field | $5,000 |
| Green Vale School | To further charity's work in their field | $5,000 |
| Groton School | To further charity's work in their field | $2,000 |
| Laurel Ridge Foundation | To further charity's work in their field | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Herbert Smith IV
- Victoria Smith Walsh
Questions people ask
Does Herbert L Smith III Family Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herbert L Smith III Family Fund give?
$53,445 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Herbert L Smith III Family Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Herbert Smith IV (Trustee) and Victoria Smith Walsh (Trustee).
What does Herbert L Smith III Family Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.