Paul L Smith Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Paul L Smith Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $10,235 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $482 and the largest $1,766. 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$10,235
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$482
- Largest grant$1,766
- Assets$201,857
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8,564 the year before.
14% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $9,092 | 14 | $172,909 |
| 2023 | $8,564 | 14 | $197,606 |
| 2024 | $10,235 | 14 | $201,857 |
How to apply
Paul L Smith Charitable 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 Paul L Smith Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 12 | $8,804 |
| Georgia | 1 | $949 |
| Illinois | 1 | $482 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Smith Library | General support | $1,766 |
| Veteran's Helping Hand Inc | General support | $949 |
| Arthritis Foundation of York | General support | $949 |
| Pressley Ridge | General support | $949 |
| Salem United Church of Christ | General support | $883 |
| Salvation Army of York County | General support | $883 |
| Alzheimers Association | General support | $482 |
| York Benevolent Assn | General support | $482 |
| Mental Health Assn | General support | $482 |
| New Life for Girls | General support | $482 |
| Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence | General support | $482 |
| York Literacy Council | General support | $482 |
| Women S Care Center | General support | $482 |
| Life Path Ministries | General support | $482 |
Officers and trustees
- Manufacturers Traders Trust Co
Questions people ask
Does Paul L Smith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paul L Smith Charitable Foundation give?
$10,235 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $482.
Who runs Paul L Smith Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Manufacturers Traders Trust Co (Trustee).
What does Paul L Smith Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.