The William S Smith Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The William S Smith Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.9 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $195,834 and the largest $2.6 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$7.9 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$195,834
- Largest grant$2.6 million
- Assets$90.0 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $9.7 million the year before.
28% of its 2024 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 | $9.7 million | 18 | $87.6 million |
| 2024 | $7.9 million | 18 | $90.0 million |
How to apply
The William S Smith Charitable Trust 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 William S Smith Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 18 | $7.9 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Humble Sons Bike Company | New building | $2.6 million |
| Gilcrease Museum | New building pledge | $1.1 million |
| United Way | 2024 campaigns | $925,000 |
| Tulsa Zoo Management Inc | Operational project support; african wilds: carnivores program | $640,000 |
| YMCA | Zarrow building campaign | $500,000 |
| Life Senior Services | William s smith gardens fund | $458,333 |
| Riverfield Country Day School | Inspired campaign | $400,000 |
| Tulsa Day Center | Animal shelter | $252,000 |
| Food on the Move | Campus phase one + campus phase 2 | $225,000 |
| Pathways Adult Learning Center | New building project | $166,667 |
| Willow Springs Boys Ranch | Capital improvement projects | $150,000 |
| Osu Foundation | Osu academic medical expansion fund | $125,000 |
| Family & Children's Services | Women in recovery | $75,000 |
| Revitalize T-Town | General fund | $50,000 |
| Genesys Works Tulsa | General fund | $50,000 |
| Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma | 2024 summer meals initiative | $50,000 |
| Oklahoma Access to Justice Foundation | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Kendall Whittier Inc | Food support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Trust Company of Oklahoma
- Erik Chillingworth
Questions people ask
Does The William S Smith Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William S Smith Charitable Trust give?
$7.9 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $195,834.
Who runs The William S Smith Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Trust Company of Oklahoma (Institutional Trustee) and Erik Chillingworth (Trustee).
What does The William S Smith Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and food and hunger.