Miles J Smith Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Miles J Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Greensboro, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $393,961 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $10,500 and the largest $73,000. 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$393,961
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$10,500
- Largest grant$73,000
- Assets$10.3 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $213,445 the year before.
39% 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 | $310,455 | 19 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $213,445 | 17 | $9.7 million |
| 2025 | $393,961 | 23 | $10.3 million |
How to apply
Miles J 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 Miles J Smith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 18 | $303,961 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan's Purse | 2025 operational support | $73,000 |
| American Red Cross | 2025 operational support | $40,000 |
| North Hills Christian School | School year fund support | $35,000 |
| First Baptist Church | 2025 operational support | $30,000 |
| Rowan Helping Ministries | For support of rowan county families that are verging on homelessness and facing significant financial challenges | $25,376 |
| Salisbury Academy | Educational support through discovery, stewardship, community and faith | $25,000 |
| Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Foundation Inc | Support for student scholarships | $25,000 |
| Appalachian State University Foundation | Walker college dean's club | $20,000 |
| Turning Point USA | 2025 operational support | $20,000 |
| Stonebridge Church Community | Support for bridge to india program | $15,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Rowan County | To support providing meals and visiting the homebound of rowan county | $12,000 |
| Young Life Rowan County | Support for efforts to reach kids for christ | $10,500 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | 2025 operational support | $10,000 |
| Third Millenium Ministries | 2025 curriculum support | $10,000 |
| Serge Ministries | Support for missionaries, mentoring and equipping minstry leaders | $10,000 |
| Alliance Bible Fellowship | 2025 operational support | $10,000 |
| Covenant Classical School | To support primary and secondary education | $5,000 |
| Capstone Recovery Center Inc | Support to provide safe, faith-based environment for women affected by substance abuse and life-controlling issues | $5,000 |
| Saving Grace Farm | To support equine assisted activities for people with special needs, disabilities, youth at-risk, seniors, veterans and those who have experienced trauma | $3,793 |
| Rowan County Sheriff's Office | Rowan sheriff's benevolent fund | $3,000 |
| JF Hurley Family YMCA | Support for community-focused nonprofit with recreational programs and services for all ages. | $2,500 |
| Community Care Clinic | To support a free clinic that provides healthcare to low-income, uninsured persons in the community | $2,000 |
| Mary Carmel's Light | Support for individuals with charles bonnet syndrome | $1,792 |
Officers and trustees
- E Hayes Smith Sr
- Miles J Smith III
- D Kenan Smith
Questions people ask
Does Miles J Smith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Miles J Smith Family Foundation give?
$393,961 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $10,500.
Who runs Miles J Smith Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists E Hayes Smith Sr (President), Miles J Smith III (Vice President) and D Kenan Smith (Treasurer and Secretary).
What does Miles J Smith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.