Howard Smith Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Howard Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Old Westbury, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,269 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $750 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$81,269
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$257,660
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,110 the year before.
22% 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 | $71,794 | 26 | $179,058 |
| 2024 | $77,110 | 25 | $236,029 |
| 2025 | $81,269 | 27 | $257,660 |
How to apply
Howard Smith 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 Howard Smith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 21 | $74,269 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $3,500 |
| Florida | 3 | $3,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis Hospital Foundation | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Northwell Health Foundation | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $19,175 |
| Sid Jacobson JCC | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $10,500 |
| UJA Federation of New York | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $7,000 |
| Temple Sinai | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $6,144 |
| American Cancer Society | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| American Friends of Shalva | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Play for Pink Delaire Country Club | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Old Westbury Pba | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| The Allyn P Udell Hello Dolly Foundation Inc | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinsons Research | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Cmf-Children's Medical Fund of New York | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| The Foundation for Innovations in Medical Education | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Glen Oaks Club Philanthropic Fund | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $750 |
| COMMUNITY4CELIAC | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Csu Foundation | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Lustgarten Foundation | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Supplies for Success | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| American Friends of Shamir Medical Center | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Maccabi USA | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
| Delaire Country Club | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
| Rescue Paw Foundation | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
| South Florida Pga Foundation | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
| The Community Synagogue | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $250 |
| Rescue Hook & Ladder Co 1 | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $100 |
| Roslyn Highlands Fire Department | To fulfill the donee's exempt purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard Smith
- Jeffrey Smith
- Stephanie Smith
Questions people ask
Does Howard Smith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Howard Smith Family Foundation give?
$81,269 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Howard Smith Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Howard Smith (President), Jeffrey Smith (Vice President) and Stephanie Smith (Treasurer).
What does Howard Smith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and faith communities.