Vera L Smith Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vera L Smith Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $104,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$104,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $94,000 the year before.
7% 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 | $100,000 | 15 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $94,000 | 14 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $104,500 | 14 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Vera L Smith 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 Vera L Smith Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 14 | $104,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohsu School of Dentistry | Program services | $20,000 |
| Snowcap Community Charities | Program services | $14,000 |
| Portland Adventist Community Servic | Program services | $14,000 |
| Oregon Humane Society | Program services | $10,000 |
| North County Food Bank | Program services | $8,000 |
| Care | Program services | $7,000 |
| Loaves & Fishes Inc | Program services | $5,000 |
| Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospita | Program services | $5,000 |
| Wallace Medical Concern | Program services | $4,000 |
| Portland Rescue Mission | Program services | $3,500 |
| Shepherd's Door | Program services | $3,500 |
| William Temple House | Program services | $3,500 |
| Raphael House of Portland | Program services | $3,500 |
| Tides of Change | Program services | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa A Joerin
- Melissa S Andal
- Collin C Ard
Questions people ask
Does Vera L Smith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vera L Smith Charitable Foundation give?
$104,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Vera L Smith Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lisa A Joerin (President), Melissa S Andal (Vp/Treasurer) and Collin C Ard (Secretary).
What does Vera L Smith Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and faith communities.