The Donald and Paula Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Donald and Paula Smith Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $12.3 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $3.2 million and the largest $8.5 million. 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$12.3 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$3.2 million
- Largest grant$8.5 million
- Assets$129 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9.7 million the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9.7 million | 3 | $121 million |
| 2024 | $12.3 million | 3 | $129 million |
How to apply
The Donald and Paula 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $8.5 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $3.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $650,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable | To further donee's exempt purpose | $8.5 million |
| Atlas Network | To further donee's exempt purpose | $3.2 million |
| Cato Institute | To further donee's exempt purpose | $650,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paula Smith
- Julie Smith
- Laura Winner
- Richard Greenberg
- Jon Hartsel
- Scott Barbee
- Robert Gelfond
- Ken Levy
- Nikolaos Monoyios
Questions people ask
Does The Donald and Paula Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Donald and Paula Smith Foundation give?
$12.3 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $3.2 million.
Who runs The Donald and Paula Smith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paula Smith (Director), Julie Smith (President/Dir.), Laura Winner (Vp/Director.) and Richard Greenberg (Treasurer/Dir.) among 9 officers and trustees.