Smith Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Greensboro, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $270,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$270,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $132,500 the year before.
42% of its 2025 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 | $109,833 | 17 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $132,500 | 16 | $6.4 million |
| 2025 | $270,000 | 27 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
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 Smith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 24 | $247,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Educational Foundation | Gift | $30,000 |
| Alamance Community Foundation | Gift | $20,000 |
| Alamance Community Foundation | Gift | $20,000 |
| Front Street United Methodist Chur | Gift | $20,000 |
| The Lamb's Chapel | Gift | $20,000 |
| Alamance County Economic Development Foundation | Gift | $10,000 |
| Greensboro Day School | Gift | $10,000 |
| J Harold Smith Carolina Scholars Fu | Gift | $10,000 |
| North Carolina Community Foundation | Gift | $10,000 |
| Old North State Council Boy Scouts of America | Gift | $10,000 |
| The Burlington School | Gift | $10,000 |
| Virginia Episcopal School | Gift | $10,000 |
| Alamance Community College Foundati | Gift | $7,500 |
| Come and See Foundation | Gift | $7,500 |
| Duke University | Gift | $7,500 |
| Greensboro College | Gift | $7,500 |
| Guilford College | Gift | $7,500 |
| Methodist Home for Children | Gift | $7,500 |
| Swing Pals Inc | Gift | $7,500 |
| Uncg - Alyse S Cooper | Gift | $7,500 |
| Greensboro Chamber | Gift | $5,000 |
| National Christian Foundation of South Florida | Gift | $5,000 |
| North Carolina Fine Wines Society | Gift | $5,000 |
| North Carolina Folk Festival | Gift | $5,000 |
| Red Oak United Methodist Church | Gift | $5,000 |
| Positive Attitude Youth Center | Gift | $2,500 |
| Ralph Scott Life Services | Gift | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Trust Company of the South
- James H Smith Jr
- William H Smith
Questions people ask
Does Smith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Smith Family Foundation give?
$270,000 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Smith Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Trust Company of the South (Co-Trustee), James H Smith Jr (Executive Di) and William H Smith (Trustee).
What does Smith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and faith communities.