Smith Norman W Char Trust
Accepts applications
Smith Norman W Char Trust is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $14,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$20,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$14,500
- Assets$546,218
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $18,000 | 2 | $497,270 |
| 2024 | $17,000 | 2 | $517,779 |
| 2025 | $20,500 | 3 | $546,218 |
How to apply
| Contact | Denise Stone Huntington National 101 E Main Street MI196, Zeeland, MI 49464 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (616) 748-4247 |
| Restrictions | Loans available to any resident of berkeley co, West Virginia for study @ any medical school or any accredited seminary as a ministerial student. |
What Smith Norman W Char Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 1 | $14,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University | General operating | $14,500 |
| Lancaster Bible College | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Shenandoah University | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Huntington National Bank
Questions people ask
Does Smith Norman W Char Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Smith Norman W Char Trust give?
$20,500 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Smith Norman W Char Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Huntington National Bank (Trustee).
What does Smith Norman W Char Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.