SMBC Global Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
SMBC Global Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.7 million in 55 grants; the typical grant was $7,450 and the largest $300,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.7 million
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$7,450
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$17.1 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
56% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 40 | $15.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.7 million | 55 | $17.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | President SMBC Global Foundationinc 277 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10172 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (212) 224-4440 |
| What to submit | Grant applications are accepted by invite only. Grant requests include the following information: a description of the organization, its history and overall purposes; the specific purpose for the grant request, explanation of need and amount of cash requested; and evidence of the organization's tax-exempt status. Additional information may be requested based on the program for which the grant is being applied. |
| Deadlines | Deadlines for grant submissions vary based on program and are determined at the time of application. |
| Restrictions | Smbc global foundation, inc. Does not restrict grants by geographical areas. The foundation only gives to institutions within the united states which are tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal revenue code, and only for 501(c)(3) purposes outside the united states. It provides grants to support educational organizations; to assist organizations committed to community service and to the provision of social services to those in need; to assist organizations dedicated to public health; and to encourage individuals to serve their community. In 2023, the foundation launched a new grantmaking program that provides underserved youth with enriching outdoor-based experiences. The foundation does not make grants to organizations whose activities are inconsistent with section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal revenue code or organizations whose attempt to influence legislation. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What SMBC Global Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 34 | $580,802 |
| California | 10 | $370,740 |
| Virginia | 1 | $257,889 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $59,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $9,150 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $8,550 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $7,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $7,450 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,310 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Japanese American National Museum | Our promise capital campaign | $300,000 |
| America's Charities | General operating | $257,889 |
| New York Cares | To meet the pressing needs of the new york metropolitan area by engaging volunteers in service | $100,000 |
| The Resource Foundation | To facilitate grantmaking to charities in mexico, canada, brazil, and ireland | $96,020 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster & humanitarian relief | $50,000 |
| Earth Day Network Inc | To facilitate the planting of 20,000 trees in the canopy project's tree planting locations, including india, tanzania, mexico, and canada | $50,000 |
| Japan Society Inc | Japan society school partnership program | $50,000 |
| Columbia Business School - Center on Japanese Economy and Business | General operating | $35,000 |
| Frederick Douglass Academy | Student trip to japan | $35,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House New York | General operating | $31,435 |
| Japanese Educational Institute (Jei) | Scholarships and general operating | $30,000 |
| American Red Cross | General operating | $23,555 |
| Iuc (Inter-University Center for Japanese Studies) - Stanford University | Scholarships for the 2025-2026 10-month program | $20,000 |
| Good Plus Foundation | General operating | $17,815 |
| Cal State Fullerton Philanthropic Foundation - Center for Entrepreneurship | General operating | $16,240 |
| Table for Two USA | General operating | $15,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver | General operating | $12,855 |
| United Way of New York City | General operating | $10,450 |
| Hamilton Madison House Inc | Japanese behavioral health clinic | $10,000 |
| Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Museum | General operating | $10,000 |
| Japan Day Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | General operating | $9,900 |
| The Resource Foundation | General operating | $9,602 |
| Hands on Greater Phoenix | General operating | $9,150 |
| Rebuilding Together Inc | General operating | $9,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte | General operating | $8,550 |
| Little Tokyo Service Center | General operating | $8,400 |
| Feed My Starving Children | General operating | $7,450 |
| Operation Gratitude | General operating | $7,350 |
| The Japanese American Association of New York | Japan history council | $5,000 |
| Central City Neighborhood Partners | General operating | $4,500 |
| Rethink Food NYC Inc | General operating | $4,350 |
| Battery Conservancy Inc | General operating | $4,050 |
| Hamilton Madison House Inc | General operating | $3,530 |
| Hoboken Community Center | General operating | $3,300 |
| Fourblock Foundation | General operating | $3,250 |
| Council on the Environment Inc DBA Grownyc | General operating | $2,250 |
| Ramsey Ambulance Corps | General operating | $1,950 |
| Youth Business Alliance | General operating | $1,950 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | General operating | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Aabha Sharma
- Carl Adams
- Eric Eckholdt
- Hiro Oshima
- Katsuyuki Kubo
- Kuo-Chang KC Lu
- Leanne Mader
- Lisette Lieberman
- Lynn Zilka
- Peter Sturzinger
- Robin Milberg
- Stephanie Bowker
- Sumin Seo
- William Gougherty
Questions people ask
Does SMBC Global Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Deadlines for grant submissions vary based on program and are determined at the time of application.
How much does SMBC Global Foundation Inc give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2024, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $7,450.
Who runs SMBC Global Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Aabha Sharma (Assistant Secretary), Carl Adams (Director), Eric Eckholdt (President) and Hiro Oshima (Director/Chairperson) among 14 officers and trustees.
What does SMBC Global Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and human services.