The Smiley Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Smiley Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Solon, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $741,074 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $5,334 and the largest $50,000. 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$741,074
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$5,334
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$22.9 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $542,142 the year before.
17% 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 | $550,755 | 42 | $13.4 million |
| 2024 | $542,142 | 43 | $16.6 million |
| 2025 | $741,074 | 47 | $22.9 million |
How to apply
The Smiley Family Charitable 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 The Smiley Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 34 | $528,390 |
| New York | 2 | $85,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $50,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $50,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $5,334 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beaumont High School | General purpose charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Benedictine High School Scholarship Fund | General purpose charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Bishop McGuinness High School Scholarship Fund | General purpose charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Holy Name High School Scholarship Fund | General purpose charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Lexington Catholic High School Scholarship Fund | General purpose charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Magnificat High School Scholarship Fund | General purpose charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Padua Franciscan High School Scholarship Fund | General purpose charitable grant | $50,000 |
| Partnership for Inner City Education | General purpose charitable grant | $50,000 |
| University of Rochester (Newman Community) | General purpose charitable grant | $35,500 |
| Two Foundation | General purpose charitable grant | $35,000 |
| University Hospitals of Cleveland | General purpose charitable grant | $35,000 |
| Hiram College | General purpose charitable grant | $25,000 |
| St Ignatius High School Scholarship Fund | General purpose charitable grant | $25,000 |
| Ursuline College | General purpose charitable grant | $25,000 |
| One World Workshop | General purpose charitable grant | $20,000 |
| Solon Historical Society | General purpose charitable grant | $17,500 |
| Cornerstone of Hope | General purpose charitable grant | $15,000 |
| Poor Clares of Perpetual Adoration | General purpose charitable grant | $15,000 |
| Sisters of Notre Dame | General purpose charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Right to Life Education | General purpose charitable grant | $7,500 |
| Regina Health Care Center | General purpose charitable grant | $7,500 |
| Miami University | General purpose charitable grant | $6,000 |
| St Labre Indian School | General purpose charitable grant | $5,500 |
| Boys Town | General purpose charitable grant | $5,334 |
| Friends of the Utah Avalanche Forecast Center Inc | General purpose charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Joseph's Home | General purpose charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Cleveland Center for Arts and Technology | General purpose charitable grant | $5,000 |
| University of Central Florida Foundation Inc | General purpose charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Resurrection Church | General purpose charitable grant | $4,340 |
| Cleveland Animal Protective League | General purpose charitable grant | $3,000 |
| Solon Italian Club Foundation | General purpose charitable grant | $3,000 |
| Christ the King Jesuit College Preparatory School | General purpose charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Geauga County Humane Society | General purpose charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Indian Museum of Lake County | General purpose charitable grant | $2,500 |
| Susan G Komen | General purpose charitable grant | $2,500 |
| St Christopher Church | General purpose charitable grant | $1,800 |
| St Rita Church | General purpose charitable grant | $1,600 |
| Cleveland Institute of Music | General purpose charitable grant | $1,500 |
| Light of Hearts Villa | General purpose charitable grant | $1,500 |
| Celebrate Life Foundation Inc | General purpose charitable grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond E Smiley
Questions people ask
Does The Smiley Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Smiley Family Charitable Foundation give?
$741,074 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $5,334.
Who runs The Smiley Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Raymond E Smiley (President).
What does The Smiley Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.