The Smith Family Charitable Ta
Preselected recipients only
The Smith Family Charitable Ta is a private foundation in Brooklyn, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $98,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $7,500. 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$98,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,000 the year before.
4% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $102,000 | 24 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 28 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $98,000 | 28 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Smith Family Charitable Ta 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 Smith Family Charitable Ta funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 25 | $90,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Girls Clubs of Southern Maine | General operating | $7,500 |
| Good Shepherd Food Bank | General operating | $7,500 |
| Spurwink Services | General operating | $6,000 |
| Mercy Hospital | General operating | $6,000 |
| Day One | General operating | $5,000 |
| Cressey Road United Methodist Church | General operating | $5,000 |
| Maine Medical Center | General operating | $5,000 |
| Preble Street Resource Center | General operating | $5,000 |
| Olympia Snowe Womens Leadership Institut | General operating | $5,000 |
| Shalom House Inc | General operating | $4,000 |
| Center for Grieving Children | General operating | $4,000 |
| Full Plates Full Potential | General operating | $3,500 |
| Wayfinder Schools | General operating | $3,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Maine | General operating | $3,000 |
| Wayside Food Programs | General operating | $3,000 |
| The Telling Room | General operating | $3,000 |
| Childrens Museum and Theatre of Maine | General operating | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Maine Youth Center Inc | General operating | $2,500 |
| Just Alternatives | General operating | $2,500 |
| YMCA | General operating | $2,500 |
| Families First Community Center | General operating | $2,500 |
| Mitchell Institute | General operating | $2,500 |
| Through These Doors | General operating | $2,000 |
| Opportunity Alliance | General operating | $1,500 |
| Kids First Center | General operating | $1,000 |
| Girls on the Run International | General operating | $1,000 |
| Portland Gear Hub | General operating | $1,000 |
| Susan Curtis Foundation | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth T McCandless
- Keybank N A
Questions people ask
Does The Smith Family Charitable Ta accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Smith Family Charitable Ta give?
$98,000 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Smith Family Charitable Ta?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth T McCandless (Co-Trustee) and Keybank N A (Trustee).
What does The Smith Family Charitable Ta fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and food and hunger.