George & Sandra Smart Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
George & Sandra Smart Family Foundation is a private foundation in Canton, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $349,956 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $161,056. 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$349,956
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$161,056
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $108,900 the year before.
36% 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 | $89,000 | 8 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $108,900 | 8 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $349,956 | 11 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
George & Sandra Smart 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 George & Sandra Smart Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $161,056 |
| Ohio | 5 | $161,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,400 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Compassion International | General Support | $161,056 |
| The Chapel Medina | General Support | $136,000 |
| Compassion Delivered | General Support | $12,500 |
| Bible Study Fellowship | General Support | $10,000 |
| Cru | General Support | $7,400 |
| Pregnancy Choices | General Support | $5,000 |
| Total Living Center | General Support | $5,000 |
| Westminster Theological | General Support | $5,000 |
| Passion City Church | General Support | $3,500 |
| Columbus Dream Center | General Support | $2,500 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General Support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George Smart
- Sandy Smart
- Shelly Hinkle
- Korey Hinkle
- Stacy Hunt
- Bruce Hunt
- Brennan Hunt
- Hallie Hunt
- Sadie Hinkle
- Reed Hinkle
Questions people ask
Does George & Sandra Smart Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George & Sandra Smart Family Foundation give?
$349,956 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs George & Sandra Smart Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George Smart (Pres & Treas), Sandy Smart (VP & Secy), Shelly Hinkle (VP) and Korey Hinkle (VP) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does George & Sandra Smart Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.